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AC08 AFN

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,817 mi
Last recorded87,817 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 87,817 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 87,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 82,796 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower exhaust box corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2025 80,794 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi part (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower exhaust box corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2024 74,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 69,033 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 64,374 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 63,890 miles

aux belt loose

offside rear tyre very badly splitting

Pass 9 Jul 2020 63,090 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 60,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2018 56,453 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 56,453 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,465 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 44,622 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 44,622 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 65,150 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 58,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 58,147 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,534 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 40,862 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 40,862 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 31,556 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 AFN is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AFN, 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 AFN registered?

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

Is AC08 AFN safe to buy?

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