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RO62 VZV

2012 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

100,189 mi
Last recorded100,189 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat 50046,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO62 VZV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 100,189 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 100,189 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 98,178 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 May 2025 98,178 miles

Offside Brake cable damaged corroded/split (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2024 95,840 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 93,350 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2023 93,350 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 90,951 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 90,950 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 88,982 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear exhaust middle to rear joint badly corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2021 88,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear exhaust middle to rear joint badly corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2020 83,996 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 83,996 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 81,111 miles

bad coolant leak

nearside front mirror is damaged

offside front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

slight knock in the nearside front shock absorber

Fail 3 Apr 2019 81,111 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

bad coolant leak

nearside front mirror is damaged

offside front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

slight knock in the nearside front shock absorber

Fail 3 Apr 2019 81,108 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

bad coolant leak

bump stop loose in nearside rear spring

nearside front mirror is damaged

offside front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 10 Apr 2018 70,580 miles

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

puncture in the offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2017 60,105 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 60,105 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 34,319 miles

INSIDE HEADLIGHT SWITCH SET TO 0 TO RECHECK HEADLIGHT AIM

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How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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RO62 VZV is a 2012 Fiat 500 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 46,837 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 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO62 VZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO62 VZV registered?

RO62 VZV is a 2012 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is RO62 VZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 VZV shows 20 tests with a 55% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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