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LJW 989

2012 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,518 mi
Last recorded70,518 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJW 989
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 70,518 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated/corroded

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside Parking brake cable, outer casing deteriorated

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured & both front (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 66,571 miles

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2023 62,300 miles

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 31 Dec 2022 58,076 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 11 Dec 2021 53,743 miles

Middle & Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 49,267 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 44,727 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 38,834 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 35,769 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 35,769 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 31,086 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 25,662 miles

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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LJW 989 is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LJW 989, 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 LJW 989 registered?

LJW 989 is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is LJW 989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJW 989 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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