CarVerify

Free Car Check

SF16 LZY

2016 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,480 mi
Last recorded62,480 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat Punto35,566 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF16 LZY
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 62,480 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 62,480 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 61,415 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 60,513 miles

Offside parking brake recording a slightly low effort may require attention soon

Pass 24 Jul 2023 57,985 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 57,985 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 54,224 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

exhaust box slightly corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2022 54,219 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2021 51,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 51,780 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 45,433 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 45,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 35,044 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 35,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
Full Fiat Punto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SF16 LZY is a 2016 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2016 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,566 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF16 LZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 10 years old, this Fiat Punto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF16 LZY?

You can check the full history of SF16 LZY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SF16 LZY registered?

SF16 LZY is a 2016 Fiat Punto, first registered on 18 July 2016.

Is SF16 LZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF16 LZY shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF16 LZY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SF16 LZY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.