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SM55 VGL

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,514 mi
Last recorded63,514 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 63,514 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 62,290 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 50,375 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 39,318 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,953 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 38,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 34,681 miles

both front brake discs wearing uneven on inner faces

both rear tyres have slight flat spots on inner edges

rear tyres cracking very slightly on sidewalls

Pass 22 Aug 2012 27,599 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 18 Aug 2011 18,963 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre cracking on sidewall but not exposing cords

Pass 24 Aug 2010 13,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,710 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,375 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 VGL is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VGL, 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 VGL registered?

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

Is SM55 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VGL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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