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SM05 BCE

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,809 mi
Last recorded51,809 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 BCE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2014 51,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 44,559 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 44,544 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 42,908 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 38,053 miles

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

nearside rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 16 Jun 2010 53,058 miles

nearside rear tyre slight perishing

offside front tyre slight perishing

rear wiper torn

Pass 20 Jul 2009 25,882 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,558 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 13,558 miles

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)

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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SM05 BCE is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM05 BCE, 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 SM05 BCE registered?

SM05 BCE is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is SM05 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 BCE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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