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SO12 HMG

2012 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,706 mi
Last recorded55,706 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 HMG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 55,706 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2025 55,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2024 54,360 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

both front shock absorbers corroded

front sub-frame corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2022 54,193 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 45,239 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 38,438 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 32,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 27,295 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 27,295 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 20,272 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 14,002 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 8,353 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 8,350 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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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SO12 HMG is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SO12 HMG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO12 HMG registered?

SO12 HMG is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is SO12 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 HMG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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