2012 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · WP12 EXO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 98,635 miles, this followed a significant failure just two miles prior. That failure highlighted multiple critical safety issues including high emissions, poor braking efficiency, and suspension-related defects. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they result in an MOT failure, which often leaves the vehicle operating in a sub-optimal state between testing intervals. At 98,635 miles over 14 years, the car averages approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-urban usage. However, there is a notable gap in records between March 2022 and December 2023, where the car covered roughly 10,000 miles without a formal inspection, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 11,000 miles in just the following fourteen months. This inconsistent usage pattern combined with the age of the vehicle likely accelerates the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring issues with perished tyres and leaking shock absorbers. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The record shows a history of fractured coil springs, leaking rear shock absorbers, and inadequate parking brake effort. These faults indicate that the undercarriage is under significant stress or nearing component fatigue. The non-excessive oil leak noted in 2022 should be re-examined to ensure it has not progressed into a more serious seal failure. Furthermore, the repeated mention of worn or perished tyres in the 2025 records suggests that rubber components are reaching age-related failure, requiring immediate replacement regardless of tread depth.