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WV55 AVM

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

83,988 mi
Last recorded83,988 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 AVM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 83,988 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 76,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mil (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mil (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mil at time of test and is cracking 185/55r15 (4.1.E.1)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rears flash slightly when indicators are on (1.1.A.3f)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2016 76,162 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mil (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mil (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mil at time of test and is cracking 185/55r15 (4.1.E.1)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rears flash slightly when indicators are on (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 69,189 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 68,732 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Coolant leak

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f headlamp scratched weak pattern

Pass 2 Apr 2014 62,055 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 62,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 53,925 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 48,296 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,039 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 41,039 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 33,446 miles

engine management light illuminated

Fail 4 Feb 2010 33,434 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine management light illuminated

Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,946 miles

both front wiper blades starting to split

drivers sun visor missing

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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WV55 AVM is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WV55 AVM, 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 WV55 AVM registered?

WV55 AVM is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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