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AC08 ACF

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,983 mi
Last recorded123,983 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 123,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underbody corrosion

exhaust shield corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2020 121,009 miles

both front anti roll bar link boots deteriorated-rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling off-both rear coil springs corroded

windscreen has slight crack-engine/gearbox mountings defective-handbrake lever has slight travel-child seat fitted to rear, unable to check seat belts properly-wishbone bushes perished

Pass 17 Oct 2019 118,335 miles

wishbone bushes slightly perished-rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling off-front brake pads wearing low-o/s/r tyre outer wall perished-gearbox mounting slightly perished

Pass 16 Oct 2018 115,268 miles

o/s/r/ shocker damp-n/s/f/ link slight play and boot deteriated-gearbox mounting deteriated slightly-rear exhaust box outer casing coroded/skin peeling off

Pass 6 Oct 2017 110,330 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 96,398 miles

chip in windscreen n/s/r door handle stiff recommend track check

Fail 30 Sep 2016 96,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

chip in windscreen n/s/r door handle stiff recommend track check

Pass 30 Sep 2015 79,589 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 79,589 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 68,112 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 48,708 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn and lipped

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2012 32,188 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 28,339 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 22,814 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 ACF is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AC08 ACF, 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.

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What year was AC08 ACF registered?

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

Is AC08 ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 ACF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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