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A3 MSM

2008 Fiat Punto

Grey Diesel 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,624 mi
Last recorded52,624 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Punto60,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 MSM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 52,624 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 52,533 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2022 49,575 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 48,256 miles

all 4 Suspension Coil Springs Corroded

Fail 11 May 2021 48,256 miles

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

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged Badly Perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Coil/Glow Plug Warning Lamp Flashing On Dash

Exhaust Rear Silencer Corroded(Outer Skin Corroded Through)

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly Perished (5.2.3 (j))

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

all 4 Suspension Coil Springs Corroded

Pass 31 May 2018 46,706 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 46,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 44,705 miles

rear tyres worn on outer edges.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 42,384 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inneredge.

Front pads 3/4 worn.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 40,464 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges.

slight oil leak around nearside driveshaft seal.

Pass 30 May 2014 37,139 miles

backbox outer casing corroding.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 33,559 miles

oil leak around engine

Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,139 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 22,199 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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A3 MSM is a 2008 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A3 MSM, 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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What year was A3 MSM registered?

A3 MSM is a 2008 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is A3 MSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 MSM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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