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YT08 OBU

2008 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,106 mi
Last recorded98,106 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 OBU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 98,106 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 97,968 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 92,660 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 88,244 miles

Nearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin and offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front slight mist of oil on geerbox

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod end ()

Fail 19 Oct 2018 88,244 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see printout (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin and offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front slight mist of oil on geerbox

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod end ()

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 76,277 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 64,391 miles

Advise tracking

Both front shocker weak

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire broken

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

centre to rear exhaust corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2016 64,391 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Advise tracking

Both front shocker weak

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire broken

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

centre to rear exhaust corroded

n/s/r shocker weak

Pass 22 Oct 2015 59,445 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sidewall perished

Offside Rear Outer sidewall perished

Pass 9 Oct 2014 53,047 miles

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)

front axle tyres deteriorated

rear axle tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Oct 2013 46,713 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 41,627 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 39,594 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 35,538 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 33,996 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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YT08 OBU is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT08 OBU, 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.

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YT08 OBU is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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