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SM55 WVN

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

118,288 mi
Last recorded118,288 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 118,288 miles

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 118,288 miles

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 118,233 miles

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

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 118,229 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2017 111,947 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 111,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 105,852 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 103,490 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 101,569 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 97,543 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 92,849 miles

advise engine oil leak from sump

Pass 4 Aug 2011 89,879 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 89,872 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 76,254 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

note/ coolant stains rad corners

Pass 9 Sep 2009 58,484 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 58,484 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 41,861 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 WVN is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue 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 WVN, 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 WVN registered?

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

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