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AM08 ZYU

2008 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,746 mi
Last recorded90,746 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 90,746 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 90,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 90,573 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 90,309 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 89,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 88,764 miles

exhaust starting to corrode

Pass 26 Feb 2019 85,265 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 80,225 miles

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

exhaust starting to corrode

Pass 7 Feb 2017 74,251 miles

rear exhaust starting to corrode

Pass 16 Feb 2016 70,356 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 63,563 miles

o/s/f tyre starting to crack on side wall

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2014 54,875 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 46,630 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 37,564 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 37,560 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 29,741 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 29,741 miles

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

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 ZYU is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZYU, 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 ZYU registered?

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

Is AM08 ZYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 ZYU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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