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SM55 VZL

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

162,446 mi
Last recorded162,446 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 162,446 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 162,430 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 136,592 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

engine management lamp on

handbrake requires slight adjustment

Pass 29 Sep 2010 122,163 miles

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

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

both front brake discs(inner faces poor)

Fail 29 Sep 2010 122,161 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front brake discs(inner faces poor)

engine management warning lamp onn

Pass 16 Sep 2009 95,019 miles

engine management warning lamp on

Fail 11 Sep 2009 94,992 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

engine management warning lamp on

Pass 7 Oct 2008 85,083 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2008 84,942 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 VZL is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 VZL, 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 VZL registered?

SM55 VZL is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SM55 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VZL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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