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AF08 CEG

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

123,713 mi
Last recorded123,713 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 CEG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2024 123,713 miles

Emissions unable to be completed car overheated on test (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 119,791 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 119,791 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 108,221 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 108,221 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 96,915 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 91,538 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 89,419 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 89,419 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 85,623 miles

Offside Rear parking brake cable casing damaged

Pass 28 Jun 2017 81,434 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 78,036 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 71,963 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 60,969 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 51,494 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 40,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,720 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 29,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,824 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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AF08 CEG is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 AF08 CEG, 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 CEG registered?

AF08 CEG is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is AF08 CEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 CEG shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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