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YR55 UVH

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

78,828 mi
Last recorded78,828 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 UVH
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 78,828 miles

difficulty in achieving emission limits

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit and both fronts wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Sep 2012 78,828 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

difficulty in achieving emission limits

front brake pads seem worn thin

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit and both fronts wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Oct 2011 66,361 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 66,361 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,258 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 53,614 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 53,614 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 37,958 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 37,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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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YR55 UVH is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 YR55 UVH, 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 YR55 UVH registered?

YR55 UVH is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is YR55 UVH safe to buy?

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