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BP12 HKB

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

96,486 mi
Last recorded96,486 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP12 HKB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 96,486 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 96,484 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Sump leaking

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 89,219 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 89,215 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flex (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 82,969 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured Electrical wiring going into the boot lid inadequately secured and wiring insulation slightly damaged (4.11 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 82,969 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer liquid added (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured Electrical wiring going into the boot lid inadequately secured and wiring insulation slightly damaged (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 77,043 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 77,043 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 70,323 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 70,323 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged Both Tyres, Outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 61,102 miles

Anti roll bar missing possibly not fitted as standard

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

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

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

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

Section of fuel pipe securing cover is missing but fuel pipes are still supported

Pass 29 Nov 2018 49,388 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 42,388 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 32,953 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 32,953 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 22,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 19,484 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BP12 HKB is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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

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 BP12 HKB, 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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BP12 HKB is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 August 2012.

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