2008 Fiat Grand Punto 1.4L Petrol · MD08 FLL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the MOT history reveals a concerning trend of deferred maintenance regarding suspension and seals. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 113,394 miles was a pass, it introduced several new defects while failing to resolve issues from previous years. The persistence of the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage play and recurring rear coil spring corrosion across three consecutive annual tests indicates that the owner is only addressing the minimum requirements to pass the test rather than performing preventative mechanical repairs. At 18 years old, this de-registered Fiat Grand Punto has averaged approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban usage. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 2,300 miles driven between the February 2025 and January 2026 tests. This consistent usage suggests the car has not been subjected to extreme stress, but the low annual mileage does not prevent the progression of corrosion seen on the suspension components, which is often a result of environmental exposure and road salts rather than high-mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension springs and shock absorbers, as corrosion on both springs has been noted since 2024. The tester also flagged an oil leak from the transmission in 2026, which follows a reported sump leak back in 2023; this suggests a potentially worsening condition of engine or gearbox seal failure. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage has shown play for two years since 2024, indicating that this component has not been replaced. Furthermore, the recurring advisories for tyres nearing the legal limit suggest a pattern of neglecting consumable items until they reach a failure point.