2015 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · WM65 AAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding reactive rather than proactive care. While the recent test in April 2026 at 87,865 miles passed, it revealed multiple immediate defects including lighting, tyre wear, and a suspension dust cover. This mirrors the pattern seen in April 2025 where the car failed initially due to similar consumable and lighting issues before rectification. The recurring failures suggest the owner tends to only address faults once they trigger an MOT failure, rather than performing routine inspections to catch defects early. The mileage pattern is relatively consistent for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant surge in usage between March 2021 and May 2024, where the car covered over 34,000 miles in just three years. Since that period, the accumulation has slowed back to roughly 8,000 miles annually. This high-intensity period likely contributed to the accelerated wear observed on components like the brake discs and exhaust flexi joint noted in the more recent records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the track rod end ball joint dust cover has been flagged as damaged in both 2025 and 2026. The braking system shows a history of pitted and scored discs across multiple years, which often indicates long periods of inactivity or lack of cleaning brake fluid. Furthermore, the repeated mention of cracking and perishing on the rear tyres suggests the vehicle may sit for extended periods or be exposed to harsh conditions, necessitating a close check of the rubber integrity on all tyres regardless of remaining tread depth. Attention should also be paid to the exhaust system, specifically the front flexi joint which was noted as deteriorated in 2025. Given the history of inoperative daytime running lights and headlamp aim issues, electrical checks and bulb replacements have not been prioritized. While no structural corrosion has been highlighted in the provided data, the frequency of minor mechanical and lighting failures suggests a vehicle that operates on the edge of legal requirements.