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YP55 BTU

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,321 mi
Last recorded91,321 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 BTU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 91,321 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 85,689 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 85,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

bonnet very difficult to open

Pass 7 Nov 2014 77,761 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 70,058 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 59,290 miles

nearside rear seat belt webbing is damaged.advised owner to replace.

Fail 16 Nov 2012 55,200 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 47,269 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,702 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 31,995 miles

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE.

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE.

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 17,817 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 17,817 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2007 3,077 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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YP55 BTU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YP55 BTU, 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 YP55 BTU registered?

YP55 BTU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is YP55 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP55 BTU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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