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SM55 RMO

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

113,107 mi
Last recorded113,107 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 RMO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 113,107 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 113,107 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 101,124 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 101,124 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Engine Light On

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 97,350 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 94,800 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 88,782 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 83,381 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 76,140 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 76,140 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 70,428 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 20 Oct 2011 70,428 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

needs front tracking checking

Fail 21 Oct 2010 64,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 64,668 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 53,934 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 53,918 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 38,827 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f wiper slightly worn

Fail 30 Sep 2008 38,827 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f wiper slightly worn

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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SM55 RMO is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SM55 RMO, 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 SM55 RMO registered?

SM55 RMO is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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