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SF05 RXP

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,831 mi
Last recorded60,831 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 RXP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 60,831 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 60,828 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 56,785 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advise front brake pads very close to legal limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

coolant leaking from rad cap (possible coolant fan fault)

front catalyst has temp repair (exhaust paste) not leaking at time of test

Fail 11 Feb 2016 56,780 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted insecure (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

coolant leaking from rad cap (possible coolant fan fault)

front catalyst has temp repair (exhaust paste) not leaking at time of test

Pass 26 Feb 2015 54,433 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 54,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,159 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 45,552 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 42,460 miles

flexi front pipe of exhaust corroded + missing

Pass 9 Feb 2011 40,101 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 38,337 miles

osf tyre close to limit but stepped tread

Fail 8 Feb 2010 38,334 miles

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

osf tyre close to limit but stepped tread

Pass 29 May 2009 34,933 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 34,933 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 May 2008 28,427 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2008 28,427 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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SF05 RXP is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SF05 RXP, 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.

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What year was SF05 RXP registered?

SF05 RXP is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is SF05 RXP safe to buy?

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