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Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta reliable? We analysed 1,851 real MOT tests across 391 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,851 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.6%
Typical Mileage
55,300mi
Annual Mileage
4,783mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include direction indicator incorrect colour, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta.

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Number Plates

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

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

66.8%
1999
65.6%
1998
64%
1997

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Direction indicator incorrect colour 122
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 110
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 79
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 78
Stop lamp not working 69
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 65
Registration plate lamp not working 63
parking brake recording little or no effort 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 56

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,936 mi/yr
Typical
4,783 mi/yr
Average
5,551 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,144 mi/yr

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 566 66.8% 40,358 51,062 62,426
1998 871 65.6% 46,052 57,640 68,394
1997 414 64.0% 41,725 55,422 70,351

How Long Does a Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Last?

Based on 391 Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.4 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta Mileage Distribution

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

Median
55,300 mi
75th Percentile
67,174 mi
95th Percentile
91,955 mi
Max Recorded
931,874 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta

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

Best year
1999

66.8% MOT pass rate from 566 tests

Year to avoid
1997

64.0% MOT pass rate from 414 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.8% across 566 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.0% — 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 60 Selecta 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 60 Selecta THIS CAR 65.6% 1,851 55,300 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
Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 75.2% 1,051 127,614 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta?

The Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.6% across 1,851 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta are direction indicator incorrect colour (122 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (110), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (103). 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 60 Selecta owner drives around 4,783 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 60 Selecta 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.

Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta reliable?
Based on 1,851 MOT tests, the Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta has a 65.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta?
The most common MOT failures are direction indicator incorrect colour, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta do per year?
The typical Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta does around 4,783 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta last?
Most Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 391 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta?
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 SX 60 Selecta?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Punto SX 60 Selecta is 1999 with a 66.8% pass rate across 566 tests.