ABARTH GRAND PUNTO (2009)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 184 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
75%
Total Tests (2024)
184
Avg Mileage
102,445 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,722
Is the 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 7 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the ABARTH brand average of 88%.
At 15 years old, 75% of ABARTH GRAND PUNTOs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 184 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 102,445 miles.
How does the 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO has 102,445 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
The 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 184 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2009, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 102,445 miles at 15 years old, ABARTH GRAND PUNTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO Fuel Costs
The 1368cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,722 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 75% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
At 15 years old, the ABARTH GRAND PUNTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.
Alternatives to the 2009 ABARTH GRAND PUNTO
The ABARTH GRAND PUNTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2011) 75% pass rate (same) from 115,331 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2011) 75% pass rate (same) from 111,868 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (-3%) from 109,443 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2011) 75% pass rate (same) from 79,721 tests