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SH55 XBV

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,830 mi
Last recorded60,830 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 XBV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 60,830 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all anti roll bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 60,830 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all anti roll bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 60,746 miles

Drivers seat back rest release handle missing

Fail 5 Jul 2022 60,746 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drivers seat back rest release handle missing

Pass 6 Jul 2021 60,580 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 60,580 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 60,254 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 60,253 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 58,910 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 57,325 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 57,325 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 55,861 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 55,861 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,728 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 54,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 53,782 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 52,559 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 49,507 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 49,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,853 miles

Horn audible sound slightly deteriorated.

Fail 25 Jun 2012 45,852 miles

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

Front Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Horn audible sound slightly deteriorated.

Pass 27 Jun 2011 42,943 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 42,943 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 42,169 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 34,884 miles

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 XBV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 XBV, 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 XBV registered?

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

Is SH55 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 XBV shows 25 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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