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OV12 BXU

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,952 mi
Last recorded66,952 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 BXU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 66,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake wear sensor wire broken

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 61,061 miles

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

Nearside Front brake wear indicator wire broken

Nearside Rear light slightly dim

Pass 21 May 2020 58,655 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge, nail in the tread, and nasty cuts in the sidewall - recommend immediate replacement! (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust corroded at front flexi

Fail 21 May 2020 58,654 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge, nail in the tread, and nasty cuts in the sidewall - recommend immediate replacement! (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust corroded at front flexi

Pass 22 May 2019 55,283 miles

Exhaust flexi deterioratd

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

Offside Front day time running light n/w

Pass 23 May 2018 49,572 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 May 2017 42,767 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2016 32,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front wheel arch liner broken

Fail 31 May 2016 32,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front wheel arch liner broken

Pass 18 May 2015 25,104 miles

front nearside spot light comes on with flasher

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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OV12 BXU is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV12 BXU, 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 OV12 BXU registered?

OV12 BXU is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2012.

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