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RNZ 7520

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

138,395 mi
Last recorded138,395 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 7520
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 138,395 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On Both inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear beam axle corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2026 138,395 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On Both inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear beam axle corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2025 124,574 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 124,574 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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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RNZ 7520 is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RNZ 7520, 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 RNZ 7520 registered?

RNZ 7520 is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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