2012 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · SW12 AAF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the latest inspection data. The most recent test conducted on 10 April 2025 at 84,665 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car currently meets minimum legal standards. While the history shows failures in both 2024 and 2025, the immediate passes following these re-tests suggest the previous owner addressed and rectified identified issues promptly rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical light usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between the March 2023 test at 82,387 miles and the April 2024 test at 83,638 miles, the car covered only 1,251 miles. Another 1,027 miles were recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This low annual mileage suggests infrequent road use, which often reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine but can also lead to rubber degradation and fluid breakdown. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components, as the MOT record does not detail the specific reasons for the previous failures. Low-mileage cars of this age are prone to corrosion on the sills and structural mounts, as well as perished suspension bushes. Given the intermittent nature of use, check the brake system for seized calipers or pitted discs which frequently occur when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods. Ensure the tyres show no age-related cracking despite the relatively low tread depth.