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AE08 VRB

2008 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

117,546 mi
Last recorded117,546 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 VRB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 117,546 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever travels far

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 109,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 104,475 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 93,643 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Aug 2020 88,290 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 88,289 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 81,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 77,702 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 73,297 miles

rear tyres worn slightly on the edges

Pass 22 Jul 2016 67,553 miles

rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 2 Jul 2015 60,477 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 52,729 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 52,729 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 46,469 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 40,061 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2012 40,061 miles

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2011 30,818 miles

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

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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AE08 VRB is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AE08 VRB, 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 AE08 VRB registered?

AE08 VRB is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AE08 VRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 VRB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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