2010 Fiat Grand Punto — MOT failures & pass rate
4,278 MOT tests on the 2010 Fiat Grand Punto are in this dataset, and 73.9% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (24.2% fail rate), the 2010 Grand Punto comes out 1.9pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests against 12.8% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, position lamp and coil spring — headlamp aim alone was recorded 311 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.1% in the 0-30k band and 21.7% in the 150k+ band, a 6.6-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 35.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 25.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 751 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.8% | 547 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 296 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.2% | 223 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.1% | 220 |
| 6 | Brakes | 4.7% | 200 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 311 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 268 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 245 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 226 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 178 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 173 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.1% | 1,502 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.8% | 1,316 |
| 3 | Brakes | 17.8% | 760 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 658 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 14.9% | 637 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.3% | 485 |
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 | 166 | 15.1% |
| 30-60k | 938 | 20.7% |
| 60-90k | 1,750 | 28.2% |
| 90-120k | 1,030 | 27.4% |
| 120-150k | 321 | 33.0% |
| 150k+ | 60 | 21.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,068 | 26.0% |
| Diesel | 210 | 27.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,003 | 25.0% |
| 2022 | 952 | 26.6% |
| 2023 | 876 | 25.3% |
| 2024 | 763 | 25.7% |
| 2025 | 684 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Grand Punto
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.8% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (6.9% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2010 Fiat Grand Puntos pass their MOT?
73.9% of the 4,278 2010 Fiat Grand Punto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Fiat Grand Punto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests, followed by suspension (12.8%).
Does the 2010 Grand Punto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.1% in the 0-30k band to 21.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,278 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.