2004 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · GP53 YYL
2004 Fiat Punto (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2004. MOT expired on 18 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- FIAT PUNTO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jan 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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GP53 YYL Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
- MOT expired on 18/10/2022
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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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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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution. This vehicle h
The most critical point of negotiation is the total absence of MOT records between 2021 and 2026. You must determine why the vehicle has not been tested and budget for the high probability of failures upon re-testing. Ensure you check for perished rubber seals and seized brakes, which are common in vehicles that have sat idle for long periods.
Verify the service history to see if the timing belt has been replaced, as this is a critical maintenance item for the 1.2L engine. Given the 2021 advisories regarding tyre wear on the inside edges, check if the wheel alignment has been corrected or if there is underlying suspension damage.
The 1.2L petrol engine is designed for urban economy, though it will not match the efficiency of modern small cars. Insurance groups for this model are typically low, and road tax is generally affordable for a vehicle of this age and engine size.
However, maintenance costs are likely to be elevated. With over 157,000 miles on the clock, wear-and-tear components such as the clutch, alternator, and suspension bushings may require replacement if they have not been addressed recently.
Prioritise a thorough inspection for corrosion, as this is a known model weak point and was specifically noted on the rear suspension coil spring mount area in the 2021 MOT. Check the exhaust system and headlamps, as aggregate data shows these are frequent failure points for the Punto range.
Inspect all four tyres for the uneven inside-edge wear flagged in the last test. Additionally, check the rear registration plate and lighting, as the 2021 record noted a deteriorated plate and an inoperative lamp.
This blue 2004 Fiat Punto has a recorded mileage of 157,121 miles as of its last MOT in 2021. The most recent test resulted in a pass, but included several advisories regarding tyre wear and suspension corrosion. Given the significant gap in testing and the high mileage, this vehicle represents a high-risk purchase.
The Fiat Punto has an average MOT pass rate of 73% across 86,855 analysed vehicles, with corrosion being a primary cause of failure.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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