2008 FIAT GRAND PUNTO1.4L Petrol

The 2026‑02‑24 MOT at 112,864 miles resulted in a pass, but the vehicle was recorded with a worn, pitted front brake disc, an off‑side front tyre close to the legal limit and an off‑side rear tyre showing cracking or perishing. These minor defects indicate that the maintenance trend remains concerning, as recurring suspension and brake issues have persisted through earlier failures and have not been fully remedied. The mileage progression shows a typical annual average of about 6,270 miles for a 2008 model, with the most rapid accumulation occurring between December 2023 and November 2025, when the odometer rose from 103,991 to 111,777 miles – an increase of 7,786 miles in roughly 11 months. The subsequent rise to the latest test adds only 1,087 miles over three months, suggesting the car has been used more intensively in recent years rather than being stored for long periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the front and rear coil springs, suspension arm pins and bushes, track‑rod end and ball joints for excessive play or fracture, as these components have repeatedly failed or been flagged as worn. The front brake disc’s pitting and the rear brake’s noisy operation merit a close examination of pad wear, disc condition and caliper function, while the handbrake’s marginal adjustment and the presence of multiple failed fog‑lamp and registration‑plate lamp tests indicate potential electrical or mechanical neglect. Finally, the buyer must verify the condition of the exhaust system for major leaks, check for any structural rust that could have contributed to the broken coil spring, and assess tyre wear patterns, as repeated warnings about tyres being close to the limit or cracked suggest inadequate replacement intervals. Addressing these items will determine whether the vehicle can be considered reliably roadworthy beyond the recent advisory status.