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J13 DBG

2012 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,011 mi
Last recorded99,011 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 DBG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 99,011 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone B. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 99,011 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone B. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 82,319 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 Jun 2024 65,139 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2024 64,396 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 55,899 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 46,518 miles

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

Vehicle fitted with different tyre widths front and rear

Pass 3 Jun 2021 35,604 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 35,604 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Top mounting notchy operation lock to lock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Top mounting notchy operation lock to lock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has limited reserve travel

Rear Parking brake minimum performance only just met at 16%

Pass 15 Jun 2020 17,078 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 16,755 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 15,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 13,765 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 11,720 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,397 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2016 11,397 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2015 7,827 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

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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J13 DBG is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J13 DBG, 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.

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What year was J13 DBG registered?

J13 DBG is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is J13 DBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 DBG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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