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WF09 VCJ

2009 Fiat Grande Punto

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto56,689 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF09 VCJ
MakeFiat
ModelGrande Punto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 69,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective advise replacement (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 69,898 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective advise replacement (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 68,249 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 66,674 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 66,674 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2021 64,341 miles

front brake discs worn

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2019 56,380 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 22 Jun 2019 56,380 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

front brake discs worn

Pass 28 Jun 2018 49,858 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 49,858 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 47,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,325 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 40,626 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 38,678 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 17,782 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorating slightly

How Reliable is the Fiat Grande Punto?

Based on 204,412 MOT tests across 13,115 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
5,555
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
13,115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 4,569
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,192
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 1,739
position lamp(s) not working 1,714
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WF09 VCJ is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Grande Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 56,689 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 Grande Punto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 4,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF09 VCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Grande Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Fiat Grande Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF09 VCJ registered?

WF09 VCJ is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is WF09 VCJ safe to buy?

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