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PY62 BUW

2012 Alfa Romeo Mito

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,175 mi
Last recorded73,175 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Alfa Romeo Mito55,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 BUW
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelMito
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 73,175 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2025 73,175 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 67,807 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 67,806 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner on both sides (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play front, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 64,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 57,931 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 57,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Leaking tyre sealant onto wheel and brakes (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 53,283 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 51,278 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 51,278 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 49,615 miles

Front exhaust flex section staring to deteriorate

Fail 6 Dec 2019 49,615 miles

Front exhaust flex section staring to deteriorate

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 49,287 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 47,081 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 46,297 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 45,366 miles

Front brake pads 90% worn

Fail 29 Nov 2016 45,366 miles

Front brake pads 90% worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,879 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Mito?

Based on 347,934 MOT tests across 25,785 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
5,566
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
25,785
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 6,763
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,683
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,054
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,488
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PY62 BUW is a 2012 Alfa Romeo Mito in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Alfa Romeo Mito models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 55,541 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Mito fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 6,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PY62 BUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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PY62 BUW is a 2012 Alfa Romeo Mito, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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