2008 Abarth Grande Punto 155 BHP 1.4L Petrol · SE08 YZF

The current 2026-06-18 test has passed the 2024-04-23 MOT with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle is currently roadworthy. However, the maintenance history reveals a distinct deterioration trend: the 2018-05-15 test failure at 95,232 miles shows that the vehicle has failed once, which is a significant red flag for structural integrity. This single incident suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained for a sustained period, creating a risk of accelerated wear on critical components. The mileage record indicates that the tester flagged binding rear brakes at 95,232 miles, which is a critical failure mode that correlates with the 2018-05-15 failure. This suggests that the vehicle has undergone significant wear on the braking system over the last two years, likely due to lack of regular servicing. The 2024-04-23 and 2019-05-14 tests passed without defects, but the 2018-05-15 failure establishes a baseline of poor maintenance. The 2016-09-23 test at 89,007 miles was passed, but the gap between the 2018 and 2016 tests indicates a gap in the vehicle's upkeep that has allowed the brakes to fail. Given the recurrence of the binding brake failure and the lack of a full MOT history, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person for binding rear brakes, which is a serious structural risk. A buyer should also check for corrosion on exhaust emissions and structural integrity of the chassis, as the 2018-05-15 failure suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained for a full two years. If the vehicle has been in a rental or short-term rental for over two years, the risk of structural damage is high, and a full MOT is required. However, if the vehicle has been used for a few years, the risk of binding brakes may be lower, and a full MOT may be sufficient.