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BN12 BPO

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,243 mi
Last recorded87,243 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 BPO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 87,243 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 82,368 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 77,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 72,907 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to mid section leaking securing bolts corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower shock bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear back box corroded

exhaust emissions only just met advise repair to exhaust system

Fail 6 Apr 2023 72,907 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to mid section leaking securing bolts corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high both adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower shock bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear back box corroded

exhaust emissions only just met advise repair to exhaust system

Pass 2 Nov 2021 65,949 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

back box exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2020 61,047 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 53,610 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 47,392 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 46,581 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 46,556 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 24,238 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 24,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 20,278 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriated

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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BN12 BPO is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BN12 BPO, 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 BN12 BPO registered?

BN12 BPO is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is BN12 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 BPO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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