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FH09 BUF

2009 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,983 mi
Last recorded54,983 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat Punto56,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 BUF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 54,983 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 54,983 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both sides (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 50,490 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2025 50,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 47,154 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 44,532 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 41,308 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 39,891 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 38,321 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 34,608 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 34,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 31,120 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 27,777 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 27,772 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 24,316 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,823 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 16,960 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 13,041 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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FH09 BUF is a 2009 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 56,596 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 FH09 BUF, 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 17 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH09 BUF?

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What year was FH09 BUF registered?

FH09 BUF is a 2009 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 July 2009.

Is FH09 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH09 BUF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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