The FIAT PUNTO (1999-03) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.2 ELX is a compact city car for affordable motoring. Compact dimensions help with parking and busy streets, while rear doors ease passenger access. In the UK used-car market it is a practical supermini alternative to a Ford Fiesta or Vauxhall Corsa. Mycarcheck.com records 57 checks covering 54 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot, though not a large market survey. These cars averaged 80,000 miles and around 6,000 miles a year, with almost four previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation recorded was £100, a figure to treat as a data point rather than a guaranteed asking price, especially for an older car. Best suited to first-time drivers, commuters and small households, this Punto works well for errands and short trips. Its straightforward, compact character is its appeal: a modest, approachable alternative to roomier rivals for use in town, rather than a feature-packed family car.