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DG12 HMF

2012 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,978 mi
Last recorded83,978 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 HMF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 83,978 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer outer skin (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 66,774 miles

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

Front both sides wipers are slightly smearing

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Top strut mount bearing notchy

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

silencer/ backbox / exhaust system corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2024 66,774 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front both sides wipers are slightly smearing

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Top strut mount bearing notchy

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

silencer/ backbox / exhaust system corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2024 66,226 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective damaged & insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Top strut mount bearing notchy.

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

silencer/ backbox / exhaust system corroded .

Pass 7 Oct 2023 48,791 miles

Offside Front Top strut mount bearing notchy

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 36,755 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 36,754 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 34,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front stepped on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 34,106 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres starting to wear uneven on inside edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 30,056 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear section of exhaust has corroded but still secure and not blowing.

Pass 13 Apr 2018 26,748 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 26,510 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2017 21,240 miles

rear exhaust starting to corrode

Pass 29 Mar 2016 15,727 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 11,310 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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DG12 HMF is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DG12 HMF, 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 DG12 HMF registered?

DG12 HMF is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 14 April 2012.

Is DG12 HMF safe to buy?

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