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SM12 CXE

2012 Fiat 500 C

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,318 mi
Last recorded77,318 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 C46,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 CXE
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 77,318 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 52,725 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 35,266 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 35,262 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake cable mount corroded and broken away from rear axle - cable still supported

Pass 9 May 2016 33,156 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 25,520 miles

both front wiper blades smearing

offside front tyre scrubbing edges

Fail 4 Jun 2015 25,516 miles

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

both front wiper blades smearing

offside front tyre scrubbing edges

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 C?

Based on 67,982 MOT tests across 4,583 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,059
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,583
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 555
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SM12 CXE is a 2012 Fiat 500 C in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,484 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 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 615 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 CXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM12 CXE?

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What year was SM12 CXE registered?

SM12 CXE is a 2012 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is SM12 CXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 CXE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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