ABARTH GRAND PUNTO (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
58%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
104,075 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,922
Is the 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 24 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the ABARTH brand average of 88%.
At 16 years old, 58% of ABARTH GRAND PUNTOs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 104,075 miles.
How does the 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO has 104,075 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
The 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 104,075 miles at 16 years old, ABARTH GRAND PUNTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO Fuel Costs
The 1368cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,922 (£160/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 58% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
At 16 years old, the ABARTH GRAND PUNTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (+14%) from 109,443 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+16%) from 105,193 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2010) 74% pass rate (+16%) from 99,909 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (+9%) from 60,994 tests