Technical Hard ride

[dmsully]

Hi guys
I have a 1994 Punto MK1 1.2 3door. I've only had it for a couple of months but it came with a years MOT so I know its not to bad. My problem is that the ride is really hard at the rear. Its like the shocks have seized. Really uncomfortable for passengers. Is this a common Punto problem?
Cheers
Dave

 

[RaulCarnahan]

I am not sure about Mk1 Punto. But try shaking the car, quite literally. If it doesn't smoothly return to normal after shaking there's something wrong with it. Check the shock absorbers for leaks as well.

 

[Dcthebear]

Don't rely on it being a quality MOT either! If it was done where you bought it from they may skip checks or falsify an MOT to sell it quickly. Read up about it on VOSA's website. Its bad enough that they have a number you can ring to report illegal MOTs! As with any suspension, steering or brake problem, get it looked at by a recommended garage if you can't do it yourself. Not worth the risk.