2015 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · FM65 SZX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive rather than proactive maintenance strategy. While the car passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 61,842 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at nearly identical mileage. The failure record reveals multiple significant issues, including a major exhaust leak, high exhaust emissions, and deteriorated track rod end dust covers. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults when necessary to pass the MOT test, rather than performing routine mechanical inspections. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 61,842 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. However, the data shows a notable gap between October 2023 and July 2025, during which the vehicle covered only 2,868 miles. This low-frequency usage pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the recurring cracking and perishing of the offside rear tyre noted in both the 2022 advisory and the 2025 failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The previous failure of the track rod end dust covers indicates potential ingress into steering joints, which can lead to premature steering failure. Furthermore, the 2025 record notes worn front brake discs; these should be checked for thickness and surface pitting to ensure they have been replaced since the test. The recurring mention of low coolant levels across multiple 2025 tests suggests a slow leak or a failing head gasket that requires immediate investigation to prevent engine overheating.