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SM55 VEV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

103,966 mi
Last recorded103,966 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 VEV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 103,966 miles

Engine mil lamp on

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 103,966 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked with yellow chalk (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Engine mil lamp on

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 90,210 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,297 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 71,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Sep 2014 71,381 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2013 61,886 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 61,886 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 53,626 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 46,525 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 39,042 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 30,322 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 22,029 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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SM55 VEV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SM55 VEV, 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 VEV registered?

SM55 VEV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SM55 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VEV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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