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SH55 BRZ

2005 Fiat Punto

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

129,331 mi
Last recorded129,331 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 BRZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 129,331 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 129,263 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 120,953 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 120,953 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 113,494 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 102,877 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 102,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front discs poor

sump poor

Pass 16 Jan 2010 84,358 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

unable to fully inspect front to rear brakepipes due to protective covering.

Pass 13 Jan 2009 63,493 miles

advise o/s/f tyre tread low

advise rear brake check performance low

Fail 9 Jan 2009 63,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

advise o/s/f tyre tread low

advise rear brake check performance low

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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SH55 BRZ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SH55 BRZ, 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 SH55 BRZ registered?

SH55 BRZ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SH55 BRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 BRZ shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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