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SM12 XVK

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,927 mi
Last recorded61,927 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 XVK
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 61,927 miles

Exhaust back box deteriorated .

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock-absorber casing corroded .

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT . (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump pan corroded . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 61,789 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust back box deteriorated .

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock-absorber casing corroded .

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT . (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump pan corroded . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Multiple nails . ()

Pass 31 Jul 2018 52,468 miles

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

Offside Rear Hand brake low effort,it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair .

Offside Rear shock-absorber casing corroded

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2017 45,271 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing offside & nearside (2.7.2a)

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2016 38,522 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2015 31,065 miles

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

front anti roll bar, as well as both front linkages not present

Fail 20 Jul 2015 31,065 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front anti roll bar, as well as both front linkages not present

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 XVK is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SM12 XVK, 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 XVK registered?

SM12 XVK is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is SM12 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 XVK 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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