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SM55 WTX

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

80,088 mi
Last recorded80,088 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 80,088 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2017 77,361 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 74,131 miles

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 5 Nov 2015 72,424 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW ON EDGES

Fail 5 Nov 2015 72,424 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW ON EDGES

Pass 10 Oct 2014 69,319 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 69,319 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 65,274 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 62,917 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 56,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 56,926 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 49,604 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 49,604 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 49,602 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 43,039 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 43,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 30,621 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 WTX is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WTX, 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 WTX registered?

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

Is SM55 WTX safe to buy?

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