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SM12 GZW

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,517 mi
Last recorded24,517 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 GZW
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 24,517 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 22,751 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive nsf driveshaft seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front`s and osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 22,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive nsf driveshaft seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front`s and osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 20,261 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 18,300 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 15,624 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall slight damage

Pass 19 May 2017 13,644 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,219 miles
Pass 25 May 2015 8,871 miles

windscreen scored

wipers smearing screen

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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SM12 GZW is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM12 GZW, 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 SM12 GZW registered?

SM12 GZW is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is SM12 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 GZW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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