2009 Fiat Grande Punto 1.4L Petrol · MT59 GMO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in December 2024 at 101,255 miles passed, it revealed a new minor exhaust leak and noted corrosion on the outer skin of the rear exhaust box. This follows a trend where faults are only addressed after an MOT failure, as seen in the transition between the failed tests in 2022 and 2023. At 101,255 miles over 17 years, the car averages a low mileage of approximately 6,000 miles per year. However, the data shows significant fluctuations in usage patterns. Between December 2022 and December 2023, the vehicle covered over 33,000 miles in a single year, a rapid spike that coincides with multiple mechanical failures recorded during that period. This intensive usage likely accelerated wear on rubber components and braking systems. The subsequent interval of 29,000 miles suggests a return to lower lower use compared to that peak. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, specifically the offside front coil spring which failed in 2023, and the exhaust system for signs of advancing rust or perforation. The recurring issue with nearside front tyres worn to the legal limit across multiple years suggests potential alignment problems or neglect of basic maintenance. Given the 2022 failure involving engine misfires and a malfunction indicator light, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure the engine management system is fully functional and not merely cleared for the test.