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SM55 XLB

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,656 mi
Last recorded59,656 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2014 59,656 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S/F tyre worn on shoulders.

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Oil sump pan pourus.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 59,656 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S/F tyre worn on shoulders.

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Oil sump pan pourus.

Pass 31 Oct 2013 57,137 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 29 Oct 2012 50,954 miles

sump corroded bad leaking

Pass 31 Oct 2011 44,199 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 44,199 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 38,322 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 38,322 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 33,841 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 26,105 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 26,105 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

pads appear low

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 XLB is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XLB, 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 XLB registered?

SM55 XLB is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is SM55 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 XLB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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