2016 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · LL16 XKS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline following several years of clean inspections. While the car passed consecutive tests between 2022 and 2024, the November 2025 test at 43,233 miles revealed multiple mechanical failures that required immediate rectification. The transition from a clean record to a failure involving lighting alignment, suspension, and exhaust components suggests that preventative maintenance may have been neglected as the vehicle aged. At 43,233 miles over ten years, this Fiat Punto has clocked exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components. The record supports this, as the 2025 test flagged the offside front tyre for perishing and cracking, a common symptom of a vehicle that sits stationary for long periods rather than being driven enough to age through tread wear. A buyer must scrutinise the structural and exhaust issues identified in the 2025 failure. The tester flagged a corroded nearside rear coil spring and a rusty exhaust, which indicate that environmental corrosion is beginning to affect the chassis and underbody. Although the oil leak was noted as non-excessive, a physical inspection is required to determine if it is a seal weeping or a failure. Furthermore, the advisory to change the timing belt due to age is a critical priority item; despite the low mileage, the rubber degrades over time and a failure would result in catastrophic engine damage.