Fiat Punto MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

15.0%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Fiat Punto vehicles
Based on 240 MOT tests
13.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Fiat Punto shows good reliability at this age, with a 15.0% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Fiat Punto are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 6.7%
Visibility 5.1%
Suspension 1.8%
Tyres 1.4%
Body & Chassis 0.8%
Brakes 0.7%
Steering 0.3%

How Does This Compare?

Fiat Punto MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 15.0% 240 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 19.8% 8,462 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 37.0% 79,285 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 44.9% 150,775 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 48.8% 83,601 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Fiat Punto reliable?

Yes. Based on 240 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Fiat Punto vehicles have a 15.0% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Fiat Punto?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 6.7% failure risk
  • Visibility — 5.1% failure risk
  • Suspension — 1.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Fiat Punto for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Fiat Punto, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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