2009 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · RF09 KVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but recent service history indicates a period of mechanical instability. While the car passed its latest test in September 2025 at 63,855 miles, this followed two consecutive failures in July of the same year. These failures identified an exhaust leak and a failed lambda sensor reading, alongside defective headlamp lenses. The persistence of the minor exhaust leak into the subsequent pass record suggests that while the immediate fault was addressed, the underlying exhaust system may have only received superficial repair rather than a comprehensive replacement. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 63,855 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 3,750 miles per year. The data shows a significant increase in usage between August 2024 (59,920 miles) and July 2025 (63,822 miles), where the vehicle covered nearly 4,000 miles in eleven months. This pattern suggests the car likely sat for long periods previously, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, dried seals, and surface corrosion despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the exhaust system and the lambda sensor. The recurring exhaust leak noted in the 2025 failures indicates a failing joint or manifold section that remains prone to further degradation. Given the 2024 advisories regarding all four tyres being near the legal limit and worn on the edges, one should check for sidewall cracking and uneven wear caused by age or alignment issues. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches should be verified, as these are common failure points for this model of this age and mileage.