2009 Fiat Grande Punto 1.4L Petrol · RV09 BZT

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of deferred maintenance and recurring faults. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 84,520 miles, the record shows a failure on the same day due to multiple mechanical and safety defects. The persistence of an oil leak and corroded coil springs across several years suggests that the owner addresses only the minimum requirements necessary to pass an inspection rather than performing preventative mechanical care. At 17 years old with 84,520 miles, the Fiat Grande Punto has covered very low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant stagnation in usage; between January 2024 (81,627 miles) and January 2025 (84,503 miles), the car covered only a few hundred hundred miles. Such infrequent use often accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components and fluids, evidenced by the 11-year-old rear tyres noted in 2024. A buyer must meticulously inspect the suspension system, as all four coil springs have been flagged for corrosion since at least 2024. The 2026 test specifically identified a corroded nearside rear spring, indicating the structural integrity of these components is failing. The front brake discs are now noted as pitted and scored, which often results from low-mileage vehicles sitting stationary while rotors rust. Additionally, the exhaust flexi-pipe has been a known leak since 2024, and the persistent oil leak near the gearbox area requires a professional assessment to determine if it is a minor seal failure.