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AX12 FEV

2012 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,116 mi
Last recorded84,116 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat 50046,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 FEV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 84,116 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic coating bubbling (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front bracket has bolt loose

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 77,091 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray loose (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front subframe bolt loose

Pass 9 Apr 2024 70,740 miles

Front Front bumper Damaged

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Side Mirror cap missing

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 62,790 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing badly split (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing badly split (1.1.15 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 62,790 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing badly split (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing badly split (1.1.15 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 43,810 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 36,011 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 31,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in side shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

yellow light on instrument panel unable to find a reason for this

Pass 25 Jul 2018 24,631 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 25 Jul 2018 24,631 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 17,914 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 20 Jul 2017 17,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 11,693 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 11,693 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 5,796 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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AX12 FEV is a 2012 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX12 FEV, 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

How do I check the history of AX12 FEV?

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What year was AX12 FEV registered?

AX12 FEV is a 2012 Fiat 500, first registered on 29 July 2012.

Is AX12 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 FEV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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