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AM08 VDZ

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,604 mi
Last recorded39,604 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 VDZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 39,604 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Fail 6 May 2026 39,604 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2025 31,769 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2024 22,111 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 14,113 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 14,112 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 13,424 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 12,891 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 12,713 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,318 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 11,812 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 11,366 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 10,962 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 10,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,185 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 9,607 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 8,992 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,011 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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AM08 VDZ is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AM08 VDZ, 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 AM08 VDZ registered?

AM08 VDZ is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AM08 VDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 VDZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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