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AC08 ABO

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,484 mi
Last recorded83,484 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ABO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2016 83,484 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber top mounting noisey

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 25 Mar 2016 83,484 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber top mounting noisey

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 75,661 miles

offside rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 4 Mar 2015 75,653 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

offside rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 18 Mar 2014 65,249 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 53,368 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 42,941 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 42,941 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 33,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,051 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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AC08 ABO is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 60,191 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 AC08 ABO, 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 18 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 AC08 ABO registered?

AC08 ABO is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 ABO safe to buy?

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