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SV05 SJY

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,443 mi
Last recorded78,443 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 SJY
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 78,443 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2020 78,443 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 73,262 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 70,266 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened no inner surface (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

sump corroded and damp

Fail 30 Apr 2018 70,266 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened no inner surface (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

sump corroded and damp

Pass 28 Mar 2017 65,932 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 65,937 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 63,217 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 63,210 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 58,711 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 58,711 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 51,493 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 51,493 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,229 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 44,235 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2011 41,195 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 37,057 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 33,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,253 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,631 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 14,673 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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SV05 SJY is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SV05 SJY, 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 SV05 SJY registered?

SV05 SJY is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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