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AV12 OVJ

2012 Fiat 500

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,324 mi
Last recorded92,324 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat 50046,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OVJ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 92,324 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 29 Jan 2025 89,130 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 12 Feb 2024 86,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 86,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 78,436 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 69,828 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 62,464 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 53,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 46,351 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 39,380 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both borderline pass (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 3 Mar 2017 32,263 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Mar 2016 25,477 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 20,340 miles

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 OVJ is a 2012 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OVJ, 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.

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What year was AV12 OVJ registered?

AV12 OVJ is a 2012 Fiat 500, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AV12 OVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OVJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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