2006 Fiat Punto 1.2L Diesel · SO06 HZM
2006 Fiat Punto (1.2L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 217,958 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jan 2024.
- Make & Model
- FIAT PUNTO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Jan 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 217,958 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO06 HZM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/01/2024
- 217,958 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO06 HZM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Fiat Punto (SO06 HZM) between December 2021 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
SO06 HZM Mileage History
- 29/12/2021189,501 mi
- 31/12/2021189,501 mi
- 20/12/2022200,480 mi+10,979 mi
- 20/12/2022200,480 mi
- 11/01/2024217,958 mi+17,478 mi
Average of roughly 13,993 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2006 model year cars.
- Electric Power Steering FailureSerious
A very common failure where the torque sensor or motor inside the column fails.
- Alternator Housing CrackingModerate
On 1.2 and 1.4 petrol models, water can drip onto the alternator, causing the casing to crack in freezing weather.
- Overheating and head gasket failureSerious
The 1.2 and 1.4 petrol engines are prone to overheating if the cooling system is neglected. Head gasket failure can follow, causing creamy residue under the oil cap, coolant loss and poor engine performance. Cars as young as three years old have been affected.
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