Fiat Punto MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

19.8%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Fiat Punto vehicles
Based on 8,462 MOT tests
8.2pp below the UK average (28%)

Fiat Punto shows good reliability at this age, with a 19.8% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Fiat Punto are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 4.5%
Visibility 4.1%
Tyres 1.8%
Suspension 1.4%
Brakes 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.3%
Steering 0.2%

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 3-5 year old Fiat Punto reliable?

Yes. Based on 8,462 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Fiat Punto vehicles have a 19.8% 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 3-5 year old Fiat Punto?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.5% failure risk
  • Visibility — 4.1% failure risk
  • Tyres — 1.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Fiat Punto for its MOT?

For a 3-5-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 3-5-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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