2011 Fiat Punto Evo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,475 MOT tests analysed for the 2011 Fiat Punto Evo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 73.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (78.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.4% in the 150k+ group versus 18.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 1,789 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.0% | 1,154 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.9% | 832 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.6% | 694 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.3% | 556 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.2% | 545 |
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 | 720 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 571 |
| 3 | Individual direction indicators | 542 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 505 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 455 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 396 |
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 | 31.1% | 3,254 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.9% | 3,028 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.4% | 2,141 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 17.5% | 1,831 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.8% | 1,447 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.7% | 1,433 |
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 | 300 | 18.7% |
| 30-60k | 2,313 | 22.1% |
| 60-90k | 4,868 | 26.9% |
| 90-120k | 2,363 | 29.2% |
| 120-150k | 505 | 30.5% |
| 150k+ | 111 | 32.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 10,159 | 26.4% |
| Diesel | 316 | 26.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,319 | 24.3% |
| 2022 | 2,251 | 25.1% |
| 2023 | 2,240 | 27.9% |
| 2024 | 1,960 | 27.2% |
| 2025 | 1,705 | 27.7% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Punto Evo
Before buying a 2011 Fiat Punto Evo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.0% 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.
- Brakes (7.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2011 Fiat Punto Evos pass their MOT?
73.6% of the 10,475 2011 Fiat Punto Evo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Fiat Punto Evo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.1% of tests, followed by suspension (11.0%).
Does the 2011 Punto Evo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.7% in the 0-30k band to 32.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,475 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.