2009 Fiat Grand Punto 1.4L Petrol · WR59 KXT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection conducted in September 2025 at 40,981 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. Despite a single failure in September 2024, the immediate retest pass and subsequent clean record suggest the owner is proactive in addressing mechanical issues as they arise at the tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,411 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2023, the car covered only 460 miles, suggesting long periods of infrequent use or storage. A more significant usage spike occurred between 2023 and 2024, where the vehicle clocked 7,689 miles in a year. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components, it increases the risk of material degradation in rubber-based parts and fluid breakdown due to time elapsed rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related decay and neglect. Check for perished suspension bushes, cracked hoses, and seized brake calipers which often occur on low-mileage vehicles that sit stationary. Given the age, a thorough check of the structural sills and floor pans is vital, as hidden corrosion can compromise the integrity regardless of how few miles the car has driven. You should also verify the brake discs for surface rust or pitting, as infrequent use often leads to heavy oxidation on the braking surfaces.