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

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Is the Fiat Punto 60 Team reliable? We analysed 6,333 real MOT tests across 1,288 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,333 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
63.2%
Typical Mileage
66,808mi
Annual Mileage
6,491mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
28yrs

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

Fiat Punto 60 Team Number Plates

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

Fiat Punto 60 Team MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

63.8%
1999
60.9%
1998

Fiat Punto 60 Team Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 474
Direction indicator incorrect colour 401
position lamp(s) not working 336
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 296
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 277
Registration plate lamp not working 274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263
Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 252
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 248

Fiat Punto 60 Team Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,220 mi/yr
Typical
6,491 mi/yr
Average
7,396 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,396 mi/yr

Fiat Punto 60 Team MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 4,826 63.8% 52,599 65,556 81,078
1998 1,503 60.9% 57,098 70,025 84,368

How Long Does a Fiat Punto 60 Team Last?

Based on 1,288 Fiat Punto 60 Team vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.6 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
28 years

Fiat Punto 60 Team Mileage Distribution

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

Median
66,808 mi
75th Percentile
82,166 mi
95th Percentile
107,528 mi
Max Recorded
846,404 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Punto 60 Team

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

Best year
1999

63.8% MOT pass rate from 4,826 tests

Year to avoid
1998

60.9% MOT pass rate from 1,503 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Team is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.8% across 4,826 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.9% — 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 Team 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 Team THIS CAR 63.2% 6,333 66,808 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
Rover Vitesse 63.8% 2,151 108,753 mi 41 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Team?

The Fiat Punto 60 Team has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.2% across 6,333 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Fiat Punto 60 Team are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (474 recorded failures), direction indicator incorrect colour (401), and position lamp(s) not working (336). 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 Team owner drives around 6,491 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 Team 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 Team — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Punto 60 Team reliable?
Based on 6,333 MOT tests, the Fiat Punto 60 Team has a 63.2% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Punto 60 Team?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, direction indicator incorrect colour, and position lamp(s) not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Punto 60 Team do per year?
The typical Fiat Punto 60 Team does around 6,491 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Punto 60 Team last?
Most Fiat Punto 60 Team models stay on UK roads for around 28 years based on our analysis of 1,288 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Punto 60 Team?
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 Team?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Punto 60 Team is 1999 with a 63.8% pass rate across 4,826 tests.