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VN05 UWK

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

65,338 mi
Last recorded65,338 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 UWK
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 65,338 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 May 2019 65,338 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 May 2018 64,721 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 2 May 2018 64,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 52,623 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2016 48,524 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 48,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users Aim blurred and dazzling. (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Aim blurred and dazzling. (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Dunlop 185/55R15/82V Tread perished and has a split deep enough to expose cords. (4.1.D.1a)

Corrosion to nearside and offside sills and floor pans.

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone to anti-roll bar mounting bush perishing. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Top bush perishing. (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Dunlop 185/55R15/82V Tread low and outer sidewall perishing. (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Door check strap noisy/insecure.

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone to anti-roll bar mounting bush perishing. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat back intermittently not securing in upright position.

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Top bush perishing. (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread low and tread and outer sidewall perished. (4.1.E.1)

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

Recommend rear drum brake inspection.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 46,163 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 46,163 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Jul 2014 44,097 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 44,097 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 39,988 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 36,211 miles

airbag light on

Pass 25 Jul 2011 31,491 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 28,160 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air bag light stays on

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Sep 2010 28,160 miles

air bag light stays on

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,992 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 22,983 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,362 miles

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

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

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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VN05 UWK is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VN05 UWK, 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 VN05 UWK registered?

VN05 UWK is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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