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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Abarth Punto. Check any Punto by registration number below.

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77.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.5%

vs Abarth Avg

8

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Abarth Punto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Abarth Punto has an average MOT pass rate of 77.5%, which is 9.5 percentage points below the Abarth brand average of 87.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Punto on the road.

The most common reasons a Abarth Punto fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Punto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Abarth Punto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Abarth Punto performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 122 vehicles

75.4%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 10yr

121k mi

2013

Based on 189 vehicles

87.3%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

13.6%

Mileage at 10yr

109k mi

2012

Based on 233 vehicles

74.7%Average
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

24.7%

Mileage at 10yr

99k mi

2011

Based on 282 vehicles

78.0%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

25.4%

2010

Based on 179 vehicles

79.9%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

20.7%

2009

Based on 165 vehicles

79.4%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

17.8%

2008

Based on 67 vehicles

65.7%Average
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

25.6%

0

Based on 570 vehicles

79.8%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

Top MOT Failures — Abarth Punto

The most common reasons a Abarth Punto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

8.2%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.9%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

6.6%

Rear Nearside

6.6%

Front Offside

4.9%

Abarth Punto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Abarth Punto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Abarth Punto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Abarth Punto is 77.5% compared to the Abarth average of 87.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Abarth Punto?
The most common MOT failures on the Abarth Punto are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (8.2%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Abarth Punto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 77.5%, the Abarth Punto is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Abarth Punto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Abarth Punto?
Typical mileage for the Abarth Punto: 121,207 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Punto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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