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AM08 ZXR

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

108,138 mi
Last recorded108,138 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 108,138 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 108,138 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 102,541 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 89,731 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 82,757 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 82,757 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 75,645 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Silencer of exhaust slight deterioration

Fail 28 Aug 2018 75,645 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Advesley effected when stop lights applied (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Silencer of exhaust slight deterioration

Pass 23 Aug 2017 69,424 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Silencer of exhaust slight deterioration

Fail 23 Aug 2017 69,424 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Silencer of exhaust slight deterioration

Pass 16 Sep 2016 65,908 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 65,908 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 56,166 miles

Rear exahust box slightly rusty

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Wiper blads slightly worn

Pass 1 Jul 2014
Fail 28 Jun 2014

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 42,776 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 42,776 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 32,577 miles

spare wheel missing

slight roughness felt infront suspension top bearings

Pass 1 Mar 2012 30,725 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 24,107 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 ZXR is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 AM08 ZXR, 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 ZXR registered?

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

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