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FJ12 LAO

2012 Fiat Auto Trail

Grey Diesel 2287cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,289 mi
Last recorded42,289 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Auto Trail21,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 LAO
MakeFiat
ModelAuto Trail
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,287cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 42,289 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 41,539 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 41,539 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 39,187 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 37,953 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 37,953 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 35,257 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 33,193 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 30,113 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 25,950 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 19,930 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2017 19,930 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 17 May 2016 12,945 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 7,055 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r upper outline marker lamp not working

Pass 15 May 2015 7,055 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

o/s/r upper outline marker lamp not working

How Reliable is the Fiat Auto Trail?

Based on 75,508 MOT tests across 10,381 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
2,070
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
10,381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 113
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FJ12 LAO is a 2012 Fiat Auto Trail in Grey with a 2,287cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Auto Trail models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 21,777 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 Auto Trail fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ12 LAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Auto Trail typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat Auto Trail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ12 LAO registered?

FJ12 LAO is a 2012 Fiat Auto Trail, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is FJ12 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 LAO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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