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WD08 JDU

2008 Abarth Punto

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,519 mi
Last recorded80,519 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Abarth Punto62,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD08 JDU
MakeAbarth
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 80,519 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2026 80,519 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 76,663 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 67,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 67,555 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 56,330 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 56,236 miles

both front discs in very poor condition on inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2021 56,215 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust system holed (8.2.1.2 (d))

both front discs in very poor condition on inner edge

centre exhaust mount in poor condition

rear silencer in very poor condition

Pass 26 Nov 2020 55,712 miles

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

Rear exhaust is in poor condition

Fail 26 Nov 2020 55,710 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust is in poor condition

Pass 24 May 2019 52,264 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear brake discs corroding

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 24 May 2019 52,264 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

rear brake discs corroding

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2018 48,441 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust is in poor condition

Pass 6 Jun 2017 44,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 39,258 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 39,252 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2015 32,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2015 32,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 27,719 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 27,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 21,828 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 28 May 2013 21,828 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 14 May 2012 445,578 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 8,411 miles

How Reliable is the Abarth Punto?

Based on 8,805 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
5,587
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
643
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 146
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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WD08 JDU is a 2008 Abarth Punto in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Abarth Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,840 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 Abarth Punto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WD08 JDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WD08 JDU registered?

WD08 JDU is a 2008 Abarth Punto, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is WD08 JDU safe to buy?

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