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AF08 AJB

2008 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,909 mi
Last recorded97,909 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 AJB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 97,909 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

exhaust heat shield lose

Fail 17 Apr 2023 97,868 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

exhaust heat shield lose

oil pressure light on

Pass 22 Apr 2022 88,838 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 88,838 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 81,653 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner/Outer of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Fail 5 Mar 2020 81,653 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner/Outer of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 31 Mar 2017 81,570 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 75,224 miles

back box outer skin deteated

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

Pass 18 May 2015 68,296 miles

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

back box outer skin deterated

Pass 9 May 2014 59,991 miles

back box outer skin deterated

Pass 1 May 2013 51,096 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 44,280 miles

Both front tyres on 2mm

Pass 14 Apr 2012 44,257 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2012 44,257 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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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AF08 AJB is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AF08 AJB, 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 AF08 AJB registered?

AF08 AJB is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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