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YL05 HXG

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,635 mi
Last recorded114,635 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 HXG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 114,635 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 114,489 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 101,620 miles

Both front suspension anti roll bar outer mount bushes slightly worn

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Slight play/knock felt at steering wheel when turned?

Pass 20 Aug 2013 89,326 miles

rear wiper deteriorated

Fail 20 Aug 2013 89,326 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

rear wiper deteriorated

Pass 22 Aug 2012 82,562 miles

CENTRE SECTION OF EXHAUST POOR CONDITION

SEVERAL AREAS OF SUBFRAME HEAVILY CORRODED. REAR SPRINGS ALSO RUSTY. RECOMMEND WAXOYL OR SIMILAR PREVENTION SOON.

Pass 29 Aug 2011 78,735 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 78,735 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 73,857 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 63,569 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 63,569 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 47,760 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 HXG is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YL05 HXG, 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

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What year was YL05 HXG registered?

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

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The MOT history for YL05 HXG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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