2010 Fiat Grande Punto 1.4L Petrol · WP60 PJU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 7 January 2025 at 90,136 miles, following a failure just three weeks prior on 17 December 2024. This indicates the critical faults identified in December, including non-functioning lights and a major front exhaust leak, were rectified. However, the persistent advisories for slight corrosion on both rear brake hose ferrules and worn front tyre edges, present in both the December failure and January pass, suggest an underlying maintenance issue that was not fully resolved. The trend is therefore mixed; major safety defects were fixed promptly, but consumable wear and corrosion continue to be neglected. Mileage accumulation shows a significant anomaly. The average annual mileage is low at approximately 5,634 miles, consistent with gentle use. However, the recorded mileage jumped from 72,306 miles in January 2023 to 84,366 miles in January 2024—an increase of 12,060 miles in one year. This is more than double the typical annual rate. The subsequent twelve months to December 2024 saw only a 736-mile increase to 90,102 miles, followed by a mere 34 miles to the January 2025 test. This pattern suggests a period of intense use followed by near-storage, which can be as detrimental as high mileage due to component degradation from lack of use, particularly seals and brakes. A buyer must physically inspect the recurring problem areas. The offside front tyre’s edge wear, noted twice, requires immediate replacement and a check for underlying suspension misalignment. Both rear brake hoses show corrosion at the ferrules, a known failure point that can lead to fluid leaks or hose separation; these must be replaced, not merely monitored. The minor but persistent engine oil leak should be traced to its source, as it can indicate a failing seal or gasket. Finally, the major front exhaust leak repaired before the January 2025 test must be verified as sound, as poor repairs are common and can lead to dangerous fumes entering the cabin or noise violations. The electrical faults from December 2024 appear resolved, but a full bulb and switch check is prudent.