2010 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · SC10 GGK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in January 2026, confirming current roadworthiness, but the history reveals a consistent pattern of minor tyre defects indicating underlying maintenance neglect. The January 2026 test flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit with edge wear, a recurrence following an offside rear tyre damage advisory in February 2025. Aside from a minor exhaust leak noted in 2025 and a single failed test for a missing rear lamp in early 2024—which was rectified the same day—the record is otherwise clean of major failures. The trend is stable with no escalating structural or mechanical defects, yet the persistent tyre issues suggest a lack of proactive wheel alignment or suspension component attention. The recorded mileage of 81,635 miles over approximately 16 years yields an average of just 5,102 miles annually, confirming very low annual use. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing with no significant gaps or sudden mileage spikes, supporting the inference of light, perhaps sporadic, use rather than high-intensity wear. Such low mileage can mask issues from age-related perishing of rubber components and corrosion, while also meaning consumables like brake discs and suspension bushes may have deteriorated from environmental exposure rather than wear. The sparse data does not indicate any period of heavy use that would accelerate mechanical fatigue. A buyer must prioritise an in-person inspection of the suspension and steering geometry, as the repeated tyre edge wear strongly suggests worn suspension bushes or incorrect tracking. The minor exhaust leak from the 2025 test requires examination for corrosion or failing mountings that could worsen. Furthermore, the 2025 advisory for a perishing rear tyre and the 2026 front tyre condition warrant a full assessment of all tyres for age cracks and uneven wear patterns, which are tell-tale signs of neglected alignment or worn steering/suspension components. The absence of brake or structural advisories is positive, but the tyre history alone mandates a thorough check of the front suspension arms, drop links, and tracking settings before purchase.