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EJ12 VJF

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,709 mi
Last recorded36,709 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 VJF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 36,709 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 35,466 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber Top bush or bearing has wear or free play

Pass 27 Feb 2024 34,318 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 33,355 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 32,222 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 31,438 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 31,438 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 29,690 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

random warning lights dimly lit on instrument panel

Fail 18 Feb 2020 29,690 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light showing (4.4.3 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

o/s/f daytime bulb innop

random warning lights dimly lit on instrument panel

Pass 25 Feb 2019 26,850 miles

Front Coolant leak thermostat area leaking ()

random lights dimley lit on dash (glow plug,foglight,fuel,tempreture exceeded) but not affecting any other light operation

Pass 15 Feb 2018 24,011 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 20,343 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 16,213 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 13,590 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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EJ12 VJF is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EJ12 VJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ12 VJF registered?

EJ12 VJF is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is EJ12 VJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ12 VJF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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