Fiat Punto SX 6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fiat Punto SX 6 car check
Is the Fiat Punto SX 6 reliable? We analysed 2,412 real MOT tests across 452 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Punto SX 6 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and direction indicator incorrect colour. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Punto SX 6.
Fiat Punto SX 6 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Punto SX 6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Punto SX 6 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Punto SX 6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Punto SX 6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Punto SX 6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Punto SX 6 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Punto SX 6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Punto SX 6 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Punto SX 6 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 785 | 63.7% | 53,813 | 66,661 | 80,734 |
| 1998 | 973 | 62.6% | 56,880 | 70,195 | 87,872 |
| 1997 | 646 | 57.0% | 61,512 | 72,877 | 85,234 |
How Long Does a Fiat Punto SX 6 Last?
Based on 452 Fiat Punto SX 6 vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Punto SX 6 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Punto SX 6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Punto SX 6
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
63.7% MOT pass rate from 785 tests
57.0% MOT pass rate from 646 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Punto SX 6 is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.7% across 785 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.0% — 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 SX 6 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Punto SX 6 THIS CAR | 61.4% | 2,412 | 69,784 mi | 29 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 |
| Mz TS250 | 89.3% | 1,498 | 22,597 mi | 52 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Punto SX 6 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Punto SX 6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.4% across 2,412 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Fiat Punto SX 6 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (201 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (175), and direction indicator incorrect colour (164). 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 SX 6 owner drives around 6,122 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 SX 6 models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.