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SJ55 XSG

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,440 mi
Last recorded74,440 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 XSG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 74,440 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front brake pads (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 May 2015 71,397 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 May 2015 71,397 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 67,395 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 22 May 2013 61,448 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 55,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 46,402 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 46,386 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 37,148 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2010 37,147 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2009 64,671 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 48,621 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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SJ55 XSG is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ55 XSG, 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 SJ55 XSG registered?

SJ55 XSG is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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