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SM55 VFB

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,585 mi
Last recorded59,585 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 VFB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 59,585 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output os,ns (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 55,569 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2018 55,569 miles

Emissions not tested due to over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2017 39,923 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 39,923 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 33,123 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 28,720 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear tyre is perished.

Offside rear tyre is perished.

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2014 26,246 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 23,464 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 21,236 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 18,108 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 14,481 miles

nearside driveshaft seal leaking slightly

Pass 29 Sep 2008 9,800 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 VFB is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VFB, 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 SM55 VFB registered?

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

Is SM55 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VFB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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