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AF08 VEZ

2008 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,273 mi
Last recorded106,273 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 VEZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 106,273 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. weaker than nearside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 106,273 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint between cat and center section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. weaker than nearside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 90,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and slightly worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front upper strut top mount slightly seized

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 90,420 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases by joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and slightly worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front upper strut top mount slightly seized

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 81,006 miles

Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front top mounts - stiff (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers corroded

nearside drive shaft seal weeping

Pass 14 Jul 2017 73,586 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 65,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 56,678 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 49,019 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 48,790 miles

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coolant level low

exhaust system corroded, rear silencer deteriorated

front tyres cracking in tread and worn on edges

various suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2013 45,006 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,877 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 16 Jul 2011 30,997 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 VEZ is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VEZ, 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 VEZ registered?

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

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