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BL12 VMM

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,143 mi
Last recorded51,143 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 VMM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 51,143 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 48,350 miles

all coil springs corroded

general corrosion to vehicle underside and exposed components

Fail 2 Jan 2024 48,347 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all coil springs corroded

general corrosion to vehicle underside and exposed components

Pass 23 Dec 2021 46,961 miles

slight corrosion to underside and exposed components

slight play at nearside track rod end

Pass 24 Dec 2020 44,151 miles

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated

brake discs pitted

slight corrosion to underside and exposed components

slight play at steering arms

Pass 6 Jun 2019 37,978 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 34,843 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 28,501 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,957 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 16,144 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,144 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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BL12 VMM is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 51,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL12 VMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat Punto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BL12 VMM registered?

BL12 VMM is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 July 2012.

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