2007 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · WN57 VMW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 October 2025 at 80,736 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable as the latest test recorded no defects or advisories. However, the record shows a pattern of multiple failed attempts immediately preceding the passes in both 2024 and 2025, which suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive servicing. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,249 miles per year. A significant discrepancy appears in the October 2024 records where the mileage jumped from 71,561 miles on 21 October to 91,568 miles on 22 October, before returning to 71,577 miles for the pass on 24 October. This 20,000-mile variance over three days is a clear recording error by the tester and indicates unreliable data entry during that period. Despite the clean bills of health in the final passes, the low overall mileage and the age of the car raise concerns regarding components that degrade regardless of use. A buyer should specifically inspect the rubber suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking. The brake system requires a manual check for binding calipers or pitted discs, as vehicles that stand for long periods often suffer from seized components. The absence of structural corrosion or exhaust emissions failures in the record is positive. However, the history of failing multiple times before passing suggests the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by the MOT process. Verify the service history for oil changes and timing belt replacements to ensure the engine has not suffered from long periods of inactivity.