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PJ12 XBY

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,001 mi
Last recorded87,001 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 XBY
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 87,001 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 83,528 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 80,068 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 75,768 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 72,291 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 72,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 64,160 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level . (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front top mount has slight play.

back box corroded.

Fail 22 Jan 2021 64,160 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NO image posable bulb fitted incorrectly. (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level . (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front top mount has slight play.

back box corroded.

Pass 11 Jan 2020 52,133 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracks on tread

Offside Rear tyre cracks on tread

Pass 25 Jan 2019 36,381 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 35,444 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 29,242 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 29,242 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 20,960 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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PJ12 XBY is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PJ12 XBY, 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 PJ12 XBY registered?

PJ12 XBY is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is PJ12 XBY safe to buy?

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