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YL05 HWX

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

122,064 mi
Last recorded122,064 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 HWX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 122,064 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Jan 2017 121,964 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top and bottom of engine sub frame marked (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear of engine sub frame marked (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2015 113,191 miles

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

offside front shocker weeping slightly

Fail 2 Dec 2015 113,191 miles

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

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

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

offside front shocker weeping slightly

Pass 3 Dec 2014 108,624 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 108,624 miles

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 103,737 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 87,458 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 86,962 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 74,086 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 57,960 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 57,960 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 39,206 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 39,206 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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YL05 HWX 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 57.1%.

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 YL05 HWX, 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 YL05 HWX registered?

YL05 HWX is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is YL05 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 HWX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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