Fiat Grande Punto years to avoid? MOT pass rate by year
All 3 Fiat Grande Punto years have MOT pass rates below the average for vehicles first used in the same year.
- Below the average for their first-use year2008–2010
- Above the average for their first-use yearNone
- Can't be told apart from averageNone
The MOT pass rate is one signal, not the whole story. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't record gearbox or engine faults, and a pass rate also reflects mileage and upkeep, so the table shows median mileage too. Whatever the year, the car in front of you matters more than its model's average.
First-time pass rate, all years together: initial tests passed with no repairs. 95% range 52.5% to 54.8%.
In 2025, 53.7% of the 7,552 initial MOT tests on Fiat Grande Punto cars were passed with no repairs. The same-age average, for all vehicles first used in the same years, was 58.3%. That is 4.7 points below the same-age average.
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Fiat Grande Punto MOT pass rate by year
| Year | Chart | Testsmedian miles | Passed first time | Against all vehicles that year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010age 15 | 1,58083,300 | 50.7%±2.5 | −8.6 ptsall: 59.3% | |
| 2009age 16 | 4,59686,600 | 55.0%±1.5 | −3.3 ptsall: 58.3% | |
| 2008age 17 | 1,37692,200 | 52.4%±2.7 | −4.8 ptsall: 57.2% |
Tests are initial MOT tests in 2025, not retests. Median miles is the middle odometer reading at the test: half had more, half had less. ± is the 95% margin of error in points (Wilson interval): a difference smaller than that could be chance. Years without a link have fewer than 10,000 tests, so they are listed here but don't have their own page.
When a car's mileage doesn't add upDoes mileage matter?
65.0% of Fiat Grande Punto tests at 30,000 to 59,999 miles passed first time, against 49.9% at 90,000 to 119,999 miles. For all vehicles of the same age and mileage, the figures are 68.7% and 55.0%.
| Miles at the test | Tests | Passed first time | Against all vehicles, same age and mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30,000–59,999 | 1,187 | 65.0%±2.8 | −3.8 ptsall: 68.7% |
| 60,000–89,999 | 2,488 | 53.1%±2.0 | −6.6 ptsall: 59.7% |
| 90,000–119,999 | 2,271 | 49.9%±2.1 | −5.1 ptsall: 55.0% |
Against all vehicles of the same age and mileage, Grande Punto tests were below average in every band shown.
Mileage is only one factor. How a car has been driven and looked after matters too. These figures show an association across all Fiat Grande Punto tests in 2025, not what mileage does to a particular car.
Mileage is the odometer reading at the initial test. Each band is compared with all vehicles first used in the same year with a reading in the same band, weighted by this model's own tests in each year. Bands need at least 1,000 tests. Not shown, with fewer than 1,000 tests: under 30,000 and 120,000 or more. 455 tests (6.0%) had no usable odometer reading and are left out. How we count
Common Grande Punto problems at the MOT
MOT records show roadworthiness faults, not engine or gearbox problems. Each year page compares that year's failure areas with all vehicles first used in the same year.
Most common MOT failures on the Fiat Grande Punto
| Defect | Share of failed tests | All vehicles, same age |
|---|---|---|
| Position lamp not workingLights and electrics | 15.7%548 tests | 14.3% |
| Stop lamp not workingLights and electrics | 12.8%447 tests | 9.0% |
| Catalyst emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limitsNoise, emissions, leaks | 12.5%437 tests | 2.7% |
| Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gasesBody, chassis, structure | 10.6%370 tests | 3.8% |
| Coil spring fractured or brokenSuspension | 9.5%332 tests | 9.9% |
| Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrectLights and electrics | 9.4%330 tests | 6.3% |
| Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mmTyres | 7.5%261 tests | 7.0% |
| Shock absorber has a serious fluid leakSuspension | 7.1%247 tests | 4.0% |
| Washer provides insufficient washer liquidWindscreen, wipers, mirrors | 6.6%232 tests | 5.5% |
| Track rod end ball joint has excessive playSteering | 6.0%209 tests | 4.6% |
These are failures recorded at initial MOT tests in 2025. Retests are not counted. "All vehicles, same age" is the same defect's share of failed tests for all vehicles first used in the same years, weighted by the Grande Punto's failed tests in each year. How we count
What to check when viewing a Grande Punto
Lights and electrics
- Ask the seller to help you check every light: dipped and main beam, brake lights, indicators, fog lights and the number plate lamp.
- Look for cracked, misted or yellowed headlight lenses.
- Warning lights on the dashboard should come on with the ignition and go out once the engine starts.
Suspension
- Push down hard on each corner. The car should rise once and settle, not keep bouncing.
- On the test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over speed bumps and potholes.
- The car should sit level when parked on flat ground.
Noise, emissions, leaks
- Ask to see the car start from cold. Heavy smoke from the exhaust is worth asking about.
- Listen for blowing or rattling from the exhaust with the engine running.
- Look under the car for drips of oil, coolant or other fluids.
Body, chassis, structure
- Look for rust or damage under the sills, around the wheel arches and on the floor where you can see it.
- Open and close every door, the bonnet and the boot. They should latch properly.
- Check the seats are secure and adjust properly.
Then read the car's own MOT history. Advisories in the same area at several tests are worth asking about.
Check a Grande Punto's MOT historyAfter an MOT advisory
Suspension
Of Fiat Grande Punto cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a suspension advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 16.6% failed on suspension, against 13.9% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 1,043 and 2,051 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 25.6% of those with a suspension advisory and 19.3% of the others.
Similar cars are the same model, first-use year and mileage band. Areas are the DVSA's top-level groups, so the later fail may not be the fault that was advised. These figures describe what happened to these cars. They don't show what a repair would have changed.
How we worked this outAll models compared, with the dataFiat Grande Punto questions
Which Fiat Grande Punto years have lower MOT pass rates?
Compared with all vehicles first used in the same year, these model years have below-average MOT pass rates: 2008–2010. None is clearly above average. A pass rate is one signal: it also reflects mileage and upkeep, and doesn't record engine or gearbox faults.
Is the Fiat Grande Punto reliable?
MOT results show only part of the picture. In 2025, 53.7% of initial MOT tests on Fiat Grande Punto cars were passed with no repairs, against a same-age average of 58.3%. That is 4.7 points below average. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't measure breakdowns, engine or gearbox faults, or repair costs.
What are the most common Fiat Grande Punto problems at the MOT?
The most common failure areas are lights and electrics (in 55.5% of failed tests), suspension (in 37.6% of failed tests) and noise, emissions, leaks (in 24.7% of failed tests). A failed test can count in more than one area.
What mileage is normal for a 15-year-old Fiat Grande Punto?
At their 2025 MOT tests, Fiat Grande Punto cars first used in 2010, about 15 years old, had a median of 83,300 miles. Half had more and half had less.
How do I check a specific Grande Punto's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free check. It lists that car's own MOT results, the faults and advisories recorded and the mileage at each test, and flags repeated advisories and mileage that goes down.
Check a car's MOT history for freeWhat MOT data can't tell you about any Fiat Grande Punto
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.
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All 13 Fiat modelsCars ranked by MOT pass rate, by ageSource: DVSA anonymised MOT tests, 2025. For guidance only: these figures describe all Fiat Grande Punto cars tested, not the one you're looking at. How we count