FIAT PUNTO1998 · 1.2L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is highly uncertain due to a complete lack of MOT data for the past seventeen years. The last recorded test occurred in April 2009 at 102,096 miles, meaning the car has operated without official certification since. Based on that final entry, the maintenance trend was deteriorating, with the vehicle failing on multiple fronts including suspension, braking, and lighting. Without a recent inspection, it is impossible to verify if the current state of the structural integrity or mechanical components meets safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap in activity between early 2008 and 2009, where the car covered only 15,704 miles, followed by a total cessation of recorded mileage. This pattern suggests the car may have sat stationary for long periods recently, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and seized brake calipers—risks that are not reflected in mileage figures alone. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural condition of the sills, as the March 2009 advisory specifically flagged signs of weakness. The buyer should also examine the rear radius arms and shock absorbers, which showed recurring issues with play and oil leakage across multiple tests. Given the previous corrosion on the nearside brake pipe and the pitting on the front discs noted in April 2009, the entire braking system requires a thorough check for corrosion and functional failure before the vehicle is considered roadworthy.