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AM08 ZVL

2008 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

122,436 mi
Last recorded122,436 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 ZVL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 122,436 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 122,433 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2025 119,755 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 114,281 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 108,880 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 101,893 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 96,060 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual/corrosion check

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency is within MOT limits but o/s reads slightly low and may need attention

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 91,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 84,877 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency is within MOT limits but o/s reads slightly low and may need attention soon

Pass 17 Aug 2018 76,634 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

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

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

Rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 25 Aug 2017 67,943 miles

Front coil springs noisy but not broken

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

Rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 24 Aug 2016 61,807 miles

Covers over wheel arches prevent some visual checks

exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 25 Aug 2015 56,584 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,990 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 40,854 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,388 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 26,346 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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AM08 ZVL is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ZVL, 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 AM08 ZVL registered?

AM08 ZVL is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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