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Fiat Punto 60 Tea Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Punto 60 Tea reliable? We analysed 1,225 real MOT tests across 221 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,225 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
61.6%
Typical Mileage
68,065mi
Annual Mileage
6,855mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
28yrs

The Fiat Punto 60 Tea is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include direction indicator incorrect colour, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Punto 60 Tea.

Fiat Punto 60 Tea Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fiat Punto 60 Tea. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fiat Punto 60 Tea MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Fiat Punto 60 Tea to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

61.9%
1999
60.7%
1998

Fiat Punto 60 Tea Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Fiat Punto 60 Tea fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Direction indicator incorrect colour 113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 96
position lamp(s) not working 82
Brake pipe excessively corroded 72
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 66
Registration plate lamp not working 62
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 54
Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 51

Fiat Punto 60 Tea Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fiat Punto 60 Tea owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,564 mi/yr
Typical
6,855 mi/yr
Average
7,503 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,855 mi/yr

Fiat Punto 60 Tea MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Punto 60 Tea year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 894 61.9% 54,500 67,122 80,783
1998 331 60.7% 57,607 69,615 83,617

How Long Does a Fiat Punto 60 Tea Last?

Based on 221 Fiat Punto 60 Tea vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.0 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
28 years

Fiat Punto 60 Tea Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Punto 60 Tea MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
68,065 mi
75th Percentile
81,035 mi
95th Percentile
105,950 mi
Max Recorded
706,200 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Punto 60 Tea

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1999

61.9% MOT pass rate from 894 tests

Year to avoid
1998

60.7% MOT pass rate from 331 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Tea is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 61.9% across 894 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Punto 60 Tea Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Punto 60 Tea THIS CAR 61.6% 1,225 68,065 mi 28 yrs
Fiat Punto 68.7% 6,712,102 61,468 mi 32 yrs
Fiat 500 76.9% 3,854,072 42,469 mi 18 yrs
Fiat Ducato 75% 1,962,737 48,690 mi 38 yrs
Kawasaki En 650 Dkf 88.7% 705 5,812 mi — yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Punto 60 Tea trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Tea?

The Fiat Punto 60 Tea has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.6% across 1,225 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Fiat Punto 60 Tea are direction indicator incorrect colour (113 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (96), and position lamp(s) not working (82). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Fiat Punto 60 Tea owner drives around 6,855 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Fiat Punto 60 Tea models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Fiat Punto 60 Tea — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Punto 60 Tea reliable?
Based on 1,225 MOT tests, the Fiat Punto 60 Tea has a 61.6% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Punto 60 Tea?
The most common MOT failures are direction indicator incorrect colour, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and position lamp(s) not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Punto 60 Tea do per year?
The typical Fiat Punto 60 Tea does around 6,855 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Punto 60 Tea last?
Most Fiat Punto 60 Tea models stay on UK roads for around 28 years based on our analysis of 221 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Punto 60 Tea?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Fiat Punto 60 Tea?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Tea is 1999 with a 61.9% pass rate across 894 tests.