2015 Fiat Punto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 15,303 MOT tests analysed for the 2015 Fiat Punto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 80.4% was below the average for superminis of a similar age (82.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 33.5% in the 120-150k group versus 12.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 1,720 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.8% | 884 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.5% | 846 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.0% | 759 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.8% | 730 |
| 6 | Brakes | 4.2% | 648 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 980 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 822 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 783 |
| 4 | Wipers | 601 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 490 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 479 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.3% | 4,337 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.7% | 2,561 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.8% | 1,803 |
| 4 | Steering | 8.6% | 1,315 |
| 5 | Other defects | 6.8% | 1,037 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 6.3% | 966 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,848 | 12.7% |
| 30-60k | 7,421 | 18.5% |
| 60-90k | 3,947 | 24.0% |
| 90-120k | 897 | 29.2% |
| 120-150k | 158 | 33.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 15,173 | 19.6% |
| Diesel | 129 | 18.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,988 | 15.3% |
| 2022 | 3,008 | 17.3% |
| 2023 | 3,090 | 20.3% |
| 2024 | 3,108 | 21.9% |
| 2025 | 3,109 | 23.1% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Punto
Before buying a 2015 Fiat Punto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 11.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (11.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (5.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2015 Fiat Puntos pass their MOT?
80.4% of the 15,303 2015 Fiat Punto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Fiat Punto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.2% of tests, followed by suspension (5.8%).
Does the 2015 Punto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.7% in the 0-30k band to 33.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 15,303 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.