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SM55 VGA

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,888 mi
Last recorded67,888 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 67,888 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 67,888 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 61,000 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 53,787 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 8 Nov 2014 46,022 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 46,022 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 40,101 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 40,101 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 34,000 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 53,000 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,438 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 28,284 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,304 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 21,304 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 22 Sep 2008 16,976 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 VGA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VGA, 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 VGA registered?

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

Is SM55 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VGA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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