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FY12 TXH

2012 Fiat 500 L

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,947 mi
Last recorded46,947 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 L48,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 TXH
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 46,947 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024
Pass 24 May 2023 42,977 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 41,575 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 39,652 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill damaged (cut) not within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 39,652 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill damaged (cut) not within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front outer door handle broken but can still open door

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 35,595 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus , severely worn to inner edge, cut to outer side wall.. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side.. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 29,689 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 27,536 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than 40mm outside zone A

Pass 21 Dec 2017 23,258 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 23,258 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 19,067 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge of tread

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 14,011 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Jan 2015 7,249 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 L?

Based on 57,177 MOT tests across 4,612 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,577
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
4,612
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 663
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FY12 TXH is a 2012 Fiat 500 L in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY12 TXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 L typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY12 TXH?

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What year was FY12 TXH registered?

FY12 TXH is a 2012 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is FY12 TXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 TXH 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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