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YX05 VLF

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,827 mi
Last recorded88,827 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 VLF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 88,827 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 88,827 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 30 May 2015 80,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 80,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 72,992 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2014 72,981 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 64,473 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 58,075 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 58,705 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 51,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 51,861 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 44,632 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 34,485 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 23,842 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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YX05 VLF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue 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 YX05 VLF, 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 YX05 VLF registered?

YX05 VLF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is YX05 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX05 VLF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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