2006 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · SM06 AEN
2006 Fiat Punto (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 81,696 miles. MOT expired on 21 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- FIAT PUNTO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (19 Apr 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,696 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM06 AEN Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/04/2024
- 81,696 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM06 AEN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Fiat Punto (SM06 AEN) between April 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
SM06 AEN Mileage History
- 23/04/202296,522 mi
- 18/04/202375,668 mi-20,854 mi
- 10/04/202481,696 mi+6,028 mi
Average of roughly -7,541 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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