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SM09 HVF

2009 Fiat Grande Punto

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

130,573 mi
Last recorded130,573 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto56,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 HVF
MakeFiat
ModelGrande Punto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 130,573 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between and on edges of treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle corroded / coated in wax oil

Fail 10 Apr 2026 130,572 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coolant leak On engine ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between and on edges of treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle corroded / coated in wax oil

Pass 15 Apr 2025

rear axle very rusty temporary repair to exhaust

Pass 14 Nov 2023

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/F & N/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FRONT/REAR VARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2023

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/F & N/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FRONT/REAR VARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 63,520 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 63,519 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump porous (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 62,684 miles

both rear shock absorbers worn

slight oil leak at sump

Fail 14 Sep 2020 62,684 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers worn

slight oil leak at sump

Pass 28 May 2019 53,783 miles

Front exhaust flexible section deteriorated

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear shocker casing corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear shocker casing corroded

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

gearbox oil sweat

slight engine oil sweat

Pass 15 May 2018 48,080 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

N/S/F tyre cut but deep enough to reach the ply or cord

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2017 41,104 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 38,141 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 38,141 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 33,237 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 33,237 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 28,478 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 28,478 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2013 23,291 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 23,291 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 16,936 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Grande Punto?

Based on 204,412 MOT tests across 13,115 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
5,555
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
13,115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 4,569
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,192
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 1,739
position lamp(s) not working 1,714
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SM09 HVF is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Grande Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 56,689 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 Grande Punto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 4,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM09 HVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Grande Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Fiat Grande Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM09 HVF registered?

SM09 HVF is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is SM09 HVF safe to buy?

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