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Fiat Punto Grande Punto (2006-2009) reliability

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Fiat Punto Grande Punto built around 2007: about average at the MOT

Fiat Punto Grande Puntos built around 2007 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

35% of MOT tests on Fiat Punto Grande Puntos built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 33% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Fiat Punto Grande Puntos built around 2007 involves the suspension.

Fiat Punto Grande Punto
No reliability rating: too close to call between ratings2006-2009HatchbackPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 24,177 tests of Punto models registered 2006-2009.

About 1 in 12 Punto Grande Punto MOTs (8.9%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2007 (18 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 8,422 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 15 Punto Grande Punto MOTs (7.2%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2007 (18 years old).

Based on 8,422 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Grande Punto fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
1,04833.5%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
3,26833.4%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
8,16434.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
8,42234.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
3,27534.1%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 18 years old.

How the Punto Grande Punto compares

At each age below, see how the Punto Grande Punto holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 17,045 tests across 7 Fiat models, built around 2007 (18 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateFiat average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
1,04833.5%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
3,26833.4%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
8,16434.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
8,42234.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
3,27534.1%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Punto Grande Punto.

  1. 1

    Ford Fusion

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    32.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.2%
    Dangerous
    6.8%

    Lower fail rate: 32.2%, against 34.5% for the Fiat Punto Grande Punto, both built around 2007.

    8,824 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Nissan Note

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    34.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7%
    Dangerous
    7.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.6%

    More still registered at 10 years: 97%, against 90% for the Fiat Punto Grande Punto.

    13,785 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Honda Jazz

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    32.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.6%
    Dangerous
    8.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    98%

    Lower fail rate: 32.3%, against 34.5% for the Fiat Punto Grande Punto, both built around 2007.

    6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    25,839 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  4. 4

    Peugeot 207

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    34.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.4%
    Dangerous
    7.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    92.6%

    No clear edge over the Fiat Punto Grande Punto on these figures.

    14,941 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

90%of all Fiat Punto cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

24 recalls in all

8 of the 24 Punto Grande Punto recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 Critical
  • 6 more

Top concerns

  • Fire may occur
  • The wrong airbag may deploy in a collision
  • Engine power may be lost

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Punto Grande Punto cars built around 2007

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 2,480 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
79%
Emissions
43%
Bodywork
7%
Drivetrain
5%
Steering
5%

Wear items

Lighting
65%
Tyres
56%
Brakes
54%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 24% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

How Punto Grande Punto cars have aged

How Punto Grande Punto cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1213141516171819Age at MOTBuilt around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 30.9% (2,297 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 29.5% (1,996 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 30.1% (1,754 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (1,432 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 30.8% (1,107 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (9,400 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 33.2% (7,909 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.4% (6,557 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (5,261 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (4,065 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (15,255 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.7% (12,231 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (9,813 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 34.2% (7,492 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (5,538 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 35.1% (10,781 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (8,043 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.6% (6,110 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (4,456 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (3,275 tests, 2025 data)2006
First registered around 2009First registered around 2008First registered around 2007First registered around 2006
How each part holds up as Grande Punto cars age

How each part holds up as Grande Punto cars age

The share of petrol cars built 2005-2008 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car17 years18 years19 years20 years
Suspension76%79%81%71%
Brakes57%54%51%51%
Emissions43%43%44%47%
Tyres56%56%59%56%
Lighting64%65%66%59%
Drivetrain4%5%8%8%
Bodywork8%7%11%15%
Steering6%5%10%6%
Corrosion25%24%23%26%

Based on petrol cars in the 2005-2008 build-year band, from 1,134 to 2,832 cars at each age.

Grande Punto variants compared

Punto Grande Punto variants built around 2007

The fail rate for each Punto Grande Punto variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.

Petrol

  • PUNTO34.4%8,113 tests

Diesel

  • PUNTO37.0%308 tests
All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common issues on Fiat Puntos of this age

This list covers every Fiat Punto built around 2007, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Grande Punto on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    27.9%
    Advisory: 3,479Fail: 282 (7% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    24.7%
    Advisory: 2,139Fail: 49 (2% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    22.6%
    Advisory: 2,475Fail: 229 (8% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Exhaust has a minor leak

    18.8%
    Advisory: 1,310Fail: 354 (21% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    18.1%
    Advisory: 1,938Fail: 227 (10% of the times it was found)

Based on 8,422 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2007 (18 years old), the Fiat Punto Grande Punto (2006-2009) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 8,422 18-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 24,177 MOT tests on Fiat Puntos first registered between 2006-2009. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.