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VF54 ARU

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,167 mi
Last recorded33,167 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF54 ARU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 33,167 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 26,181 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 19,075 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 15,581 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 15,552 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2010 13,191 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 10,826 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 7,977 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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VF54 ARU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VF54 ARU, 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

How do I check the history of VF54 ARU?

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What year was VF54 ARU registered?

VF54 ARU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 14 February 2005.

Is VF54 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF54 ARU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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