2006 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · MD06 YDF

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-29 shows the vehicle passed but recorded multiple minor issues, including slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, a non-excessive oil leak, and a product on the nearside headlamp lens. A separate entry on the same date notes a failure due to the offside side repeater not working, alongside the same minor defects. This suggests inconsistent testing or overlapping reports, but the recurring issues highlight ongoing concerns with suspension components and electrical systems. The pattern of defects shows no clear worsening trend. The nearside anti-roll bar linkage and side repeater issues have appeared in multiple MOTs, indicating persistent but non-critical faults. The oil leak and headlamp lens contamination are also repeated, though not severe. However, the 2023 MOT revealed more significant concerns, including a minor exhaust leak and tyres worn close to legal limits, which were not repeated in later tests. This suggests some repairs or improvements may have been addressed between 2023 and 2025. The vehicle’s mileage of 115,066 miles over 20 years equates to roughly 5,753 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could indicate light use or extended periods of inactivity, which might lead to issues like seized components, degraded fluids, or electrical faults.