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SE05 RXC

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

66,095 mi
Last recorded66,095 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 RXC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 66,095 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 66,094 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen offside and nearside front head lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning rough when turning steering (2.1.5 (a))

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened front sub frame at offside,split (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 61,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 61,526 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect o/s and n/s (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 51,557 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 51,557 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 59,074 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 44,742 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 42,898 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 38,123 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 38,111 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 35,493 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 33,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2011 33,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2010 29,356 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 4 Sep 2010 29,356 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2009 23,047 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 23,047 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,433 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 17,433 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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SE05 RXC is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 54,210 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SE05 RXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SE05 RXC registered?

SE05 RXC is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is SE05 RXC safe to buy?

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