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SD12 TJZ

2012 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,787 mi
Last recorded91,787 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 TJZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 91,787 miles

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

advise exhaust deteriorating

Fail 3 Sep 2024 91,787 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

advise exhaust deteriorating

Pass 14 Jul 2023 91,566 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2022 88,311 miles

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

exhaust deteriorating

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2021 85,309 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

advise exhaust deteriorated

advise sill covers fitted

Fail 30 Jun 2021 85,309 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

advise exhaust deteriorated

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2020 82,745 miles

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

Exhaust System Corroded. Back Box Deteriorated

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 79,210 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 74,343 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 65,537 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint and exhaust bracket (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear reverse light in bumper insecure

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

engine light on dash

sump pan corroded and leaking oil

Fail 31 Mar 2017 65,537 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint and exhaust bracket (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear reverse light in bumper insecure

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

engine light on dash

sump pan corroded and leaking oil

Pass 1 Apr 2016 50,993 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

engine light on dash

exhaust system corroded and weak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 36,265 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 36,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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SD12 TJZ is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SD12 TJZ, 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 SD12 TJZ registered?

SD12 TJZ is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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