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WA08 AVL

2008 Fiat Ci

White Diesel 2297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,594 mi
Last recorded53,594 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Ci26,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 AVL
MakeFiat
ModelCi
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,297cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 53,594 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring corroded

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring corroded

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 53,581 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Outline marker lamp not working Offside centre and Offside rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Leaf spring slight corroded, Both side rears

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 53,152 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 52,754 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 50,868 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 48,955 miles

rear tyres perished and are made in 2007

Pass 29 Aug 2019 47,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 44,783 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 41,991 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 38,951 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 34,825 miles

broth front tyres worn close to limit

sharp edges on rear bumper covered with tape.

Fail 24 Aug 2015 34,825 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion rear bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

broth front tyres worn close to limit

sharp edges on rear bumper covered with tape.

Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,719 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 26,567 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,855 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,100 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Ci?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
1,948
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
Headlamp aim too low 12
Registration plate lamp not working 10
position lamp(s) not working 10
brake binding 8
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WA08 AVL is a 2008 Fiat Ci in White with a 2,297cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Ci models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 26,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Ci fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 AVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ci typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat Ci is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA08 AVL registered?

WA08 AVL is a 2008 Fiat Ci, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is WA08 AVL safe to buy?

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