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GU12 VLO

2012 Fiat 500 C

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,145 mi
Last recorded73,145 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 C46,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 VLO
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 73,145 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 71,987 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 71,696 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 71,696 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 63,704 miles

front exhaust corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2022 63,704 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2021 52,667 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 30,973 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 30,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT code: 4516 size: 175/965R14T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT code: 4516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes noisy/squeal when service brake & parking brake tested on roller brake tester - your braking system obviously requires repair/clean & adjust

Rear Exhaust silencer heavily corroded through outer skin but has no obvious gas loss at time of test

Vehicle has wheel trims fitted that obscure some hub components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Mar 2018 28,049 miles

Rear Exhaust Box Outer Casing Corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2017 22,123 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 16,320 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 16,320 miles

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 7,978 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 C?

Based on 67,982 MOT tests across 4,583 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,059
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,583
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 555
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GU12 VLO is a 2012 Fiat 500 C in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 615 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU12 VLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU12 VLO registered?

GU12 VLO is a 2012 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is GU12 VLO safe to buy?

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