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SP05 VBZ

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

67,817 mi
Last recorded67,817 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 VBZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 67,817 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2015 67,684 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 61,264 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 61,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 51,348 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 51,345 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,760 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,299 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 28,567 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 21,051 miles

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

slight cracking on both reartyres

Fail 27 Mar 2009 21,050 miles

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

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

slight cracking on both rear tyres

Pass 1 Apr 2008 15,079 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2008 15,075 miles

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

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

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

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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SP05 VBZ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SP05 VBZ, 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 SP05 VBZ registered?

SP05 VBZ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SP05 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 VBZ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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