2008 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · AE08 WSA

The 2008 Fiat Punto presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent test occurring just seven months ago on 10 December 2025 at 93,938 miles. That assessment recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required roadworthiness standards. Prior to this, a failed test occurred on 29 November 2022 at 77,045 miles, though the record curiously lists no defects for that failure. The vehicle passed a retest on the same day, suggesting the initial failure was likely a procedural or minor issue swiftly rectified. Since then, three consecutive annual tests have passed without any advisories or defects, demonstrating consistent upkeep over the last three years. The recorded mileage of 93,938 miles equates to an average annual usage of roughly 5,219 miles, which is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle. The annual MOT intervals reveal a steady but gradual accumulation of miles. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the odometer advanced by 4,484 miles, and the subsequent year to December 2025 saw a nearly identical increase of 3,609 miles. This consistent, low-mileage accumulation suggests the car has been used for short, regular journeys rather than sitting idle for extended periods, though the low yearly average inherently limits the wear rate on major mechanical components. Despite the pristine MOT record, a buyer must physically inspect the vehicle for age-related deterioration typical of a supermini of this vintage. The Fiat Punto is notorious for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear suspension mounts, sills, and brake lines. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from deteriorated rubber components; check the suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and brake hoses for perishing caused by age rather than use. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers, as infrequent driving can lead to surface rust and binding. A thorough underbody inspection remains essential to confirm the structural integrity of the chassis.