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FIAT PUNTO2017 · 1.2L PETROL

LR52 ACE

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 44,838 miles recorded, this BLUE 2017 FIAT PUNTO runs on PETROL with a 1242cc engine. MOT is currently valid and tax is up to date.

MOT
Valid
Expires 18/09/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/10/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
1242cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent MOT conducted on 8 September 2025 at 44,838 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, immediately following a failure just one mile prior. This suggests a minor administrative or sensor-related technicality that was rectified instantly. The overall data indicates the vehicle has been maintained in a sound mechanical condition across its recent testing cycles. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 33,356 miles and the September 2024 test at 39,269 miles, the car covered 5,913 miles, which aligns with its overall low-use pattern. This low-frequency usage typically implies less wear on drivetrain components and engine internals compared to high-mileage counterparts, though it can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components and brake systems if the vehicle sits stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage. While the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, it is essential to inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the coil springs for corrosion, which are common on older Fiat models. Given the low mileage, verify the brake discs for pitting or rust caused by infrequent use and ensure the calipers are not seizing. Structural integrity around the chassis sills also remains a priority to ensure no hidden rust has developed despite the clean test history.

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent MOT conducted on 8 September 2025 at 44,838 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, immediately following a failure just one mile prior. This suggests a minor administrative or sensor-related technicality that was rectified instantly. The overall data indicates the vehicle has been maintained in a sound mechanical condition across its recent testing cycles. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 33,356 miles and the September 2024 test at 39,269 miles, the car covered 5,913 miles, which aligns with its overall low-use pattern. This low-frequency usage typically implies less wear on drivetrain components and engine internals compared to high-mileage counterparts, though it can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components and brake systems if the vehicle sits stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage. While the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, it is essential to inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the coil springs for corrosion, which are common on older Fiat models. Given the low mileage, verify the brake discs for pitting or rust caused by infrequent use and ensure the calipers are not seizing. Structural integrity around the chassis sills also remains a priority to ensure no hidden rust has developed despite the clean test history.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2017, this Fiat Punto with plate LR52 ACE has undergone 5 MOT inspections since September 2023.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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