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SO12 NBJ

2012 Fiat Punto

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,948 mi
Last recorded133,948 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 NBJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 133,948 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 133,946 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 120,637 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 111,562 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 94,928 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit balding on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 94,926 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit balding on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 81,526 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 68,819 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,804 miles

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 NBJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NBJ, 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 NBJ registered?

SO12 NBJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is SO12 NBJ safe to buy?

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