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FW12 MBO

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

53,071 mi
Last recorded53,071 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 MBO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 53,071 miles

Back box corroded down to second skin

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 20 Jan 2025 50,430 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 50,430 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 45,680 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 41,874 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Jan 2023 41,874 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 41,549 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 41,548 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 40,162 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 38,472 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 34,104 miles

Nearside Road wheel slightly distorted Both. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 29,557 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 23,421 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,834 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 17,834 miles

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

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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FW12 MBO is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc 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 FW12 MBO, 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 FW12 MBO registered?

FW12 MBO is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is FW12 MBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 MBO 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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