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AV12 OVF

2012 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,167 mi
Last recorded37,167 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat 50046,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OVF
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 37,167 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 34,721 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 33,392 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 30,603 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

front brake discs corroded on inner sides

front brake pads 50& worn

Pass 12 Oct 2022 28,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 25,128 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 24,344 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 23,467 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 23,421 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 23,000 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 23,000 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS light comes on with right indicator. (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 21,919 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 18,091 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 18,091 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

bonnet catch spring missing /brocken

Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,737 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 13,737 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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AV12 OVF is a 2012 Fiat 500 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 46,837 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 OVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 OVF registered?

AV12 OVF is a 2012 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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