2016 FIAT PUNTO1.2L PETROL

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in April 2026 at 75,413 miles revealed a pass despite multiple defects related to lighting, exhaust fixings, and tyres. While the car passed, the frequency of advisories across the last three years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT failure or reach a legal limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of 7,000 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 7,000 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. This regular use suggests the vehicle does not suffer from long periods of standing, but the recurring wear on components such as the inner edges of the front tyres and brake wear indicator wires indicates that components are being pushed to the end of their life without proactive service intervals. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension closely, as the 2025 failure for a track rod end ball joint with excessive play indicates a history of steering geometry wear. The recurring exhaust mounting defect, noted in 2024 through 2026, suggests the rubber hangers are perished and have not been replaced. Furthermore, the persistent off-side front oil leak noted since 2025 requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant seal failure that could worsen over time. The consistent reports of tyres wearing on the inner edges in both April 2024 and April 2026 point to a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. The buyer should also verify the front brake pads, as the April 2026 test flagged them as wearing thin. Given the multiple lighting failures related to the stop lamps and registration plate lamps, a thorough check of the wiring loom and bulbs is necessary to ensure no intermittent faults remain present in the rear assembly.