2017 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · KM66 TYW

The 2017 Fiat Punto presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 16 February 2026 at 65,668 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is particularly telling because just four days earlier, on 12 February 2026 at 65,540 miles, the vehicle had failed on a single item: a deep cut in the offside front tyre reaching the ply or cords. The rapid retest and clean pass suggest the owner addressed the defect promptly, which is a positive indicator of responsive upkeep rather than deferred maintenance. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,296 miles per year over nine years is entirely typical for a small city car of this type. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data. The 2025 test at 58,345 miles shows a jump of approximately 7,064 miles from the 2024 pass at 51,281 miles, consistent with steady annual use. The 2026 tests at 65,540 and 65,668 miles confirm the vehicle remained in active service right up to the present, with no prolonged periods of inactivity that might raise concerns about seized components or deteriorated fluids. The recurring theme across the advisory history is tyre condition. In February 2025 at 58,345 miles, both rear tyres were flagged for slight damage, cracking, or perishing, and in February 2026 the offside front tyre failed with a deep cut exposing the ply. This pattern suggests the vehicle may have spent considerable time on rough urban roads or that tyre inspections between MOT intervals were not consistently prioritised. A buyer should carefully examine all four tyres, including sidewalls and inner edges, for uneven wear, age-related cracking, and embedded objects. The 2024 headlamp aim failure at 51,281 miles, where both front headlamps were aimed too high, was rectified on the same day, but it is worth verifying that the aim remains correct and that the headlamp levelling system, if fitted, operates as intended. Beyond the documented faults, a prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension components, including drop links, track rod ends, and suspension bushes, given the typical wear profile of a Fiat Punto at this age and mileage. The brake system merits close attention: check disc thickness, pad wear, and caliper operation, particularly at the rear, where binding is a common issue on this model. Examine the underside for corrosion on the subframe, sills, and around mounting points, as these structural areas can deteriorate without triggering an MOT failure until advanced. The exhaust system should be inspected for corrosion and gas leaks, especially around the flexi-joint and mounting rubbers. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but the tyre-related advisories and failure point to a vehicle that would benefit from more frequent interim inspections.