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DV12 OEW

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,069 mi
Last recorded101,069 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 OEW
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 101,069 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear under body corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2024 101,069 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 90,664 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension beam axel corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2022 84,735 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 80,303 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 73,518 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 62,695 miles

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

Lower under trays fitted, limited inspection

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2019 62,682 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Lower under trays fitted, limited inspection

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 51,577 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 41,416 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2016 31,373 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 23,313 miles

Strong advise both rear tyres worn on edges

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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DV12 OEW is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DV12 OEW, 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 DV12 OEW registered?

DV12 OEW is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is DV12 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 OEW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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