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

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64.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.1%

vs Fiat Avg

6

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Fiat Grande Punto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Grande Punto has an average MOT pass rate of 64.9%, which is 20.1 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This suggests the Grande Punto can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Fiat Grande Punto fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Grande 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 Fiat Grande 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 Fiat Grande Punto performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 207 vehicles

72.5%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

22.0%

2010

Based on 3,199 vehicles

65.0%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

32.0%

2009

Based on 10,732 vehicles

62.9%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

32.8%

2008

Based on 2,627 vehicles

62.7%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

29.1%

2007

Based on 266 vehicles

54.5%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

40.4%

0

Based on 10,267 vehicles

71.6%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

84k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Grande Punto

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

1

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

4.1%
2

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.8%
3

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.5%
4

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

3.3%
5

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

3.2%
Fiat Grande Punto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

8.2%

Rear Nearside

6.3%

Front Offside

4.8%

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Fiat Grande Punto

Fiat Grande Punto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Grande Punto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Grande Punto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Grande Punto is 64.9% compared to the Fiat average of 85.0%. 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 Fiat Grande Punto?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Grande Punto are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (4.1%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (3.8%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Grande Punto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 64.9%, the Fiat Grande Punto is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat Grande 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 Fiat Grande Punto?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Grande Punto: 84,315 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Grande Punto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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