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DG12 LFP

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,180 mi
Last recorded77,180 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 LFP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 77,180 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 63,948 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 53,950 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 38,399 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 38,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Reset (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high Reset (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 29,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 29,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 LFP is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DG12 LFP, 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 LFP registered?

DG12 LFP is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is DG12 LFP safe to buy?

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