2007 Fiat Grande Punto — MOT failures & pass rate
601 MOT tests on the 2007 Fiat Grande Punto are in this dataset, and 70.2% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 26.9% of the time, so this is 2.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.8% of all tests — 4.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, catalyst emissions and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 60 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 24.4% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 32.7% once past 120-150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 41.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.8% | 125 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.6% | 100 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.8% | 59 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.6% | 46 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.5% | 45 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.0% | 42 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 60 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 44 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 44 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 41 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 40 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 30 |
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 | 41.8% | 251 |
| 2 | Tyres | 34.4% | 207 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 24.1% | 145 |
| 4 | Brakes | 23.8% | 143 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.3% | 128 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 21.1% | 127 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 90 | 24.4% |
| 60-90k | 208 | 30.3% |
| 90-120k | 226 | 31.0% |
| 120-150k | 52 | 32.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 547 | 29.8% |
| Diesel | 54 | 29.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 114 | 29.8% |
| 2022 | 165 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | 152 | 29.6% |
| 2024 | 96 | 33.3% |
| 2025 | 74 | 31.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Grande Punto
On a 2007 Grande Punto, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.6% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.8% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2007 Fiat Grande Puntos pass their MOT?
70.2% of the 601 2007 Fiat Grande Punto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Fiat Grande Punto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.8% of tests, followed by suspension (16.6%).
Does the 2007 Grande Punto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.4% in the 30-60k band to 32.7% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 601 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.