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SW12 AFV

2012 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,242 mi
Last recorded59,242 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 AFV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 59,242 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 59,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 52,497 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 10 Jun 2022 52,374 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust broken at front flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leaking excessively from transmission driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2021 44,338 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive DRIVESHAFT SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 44,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive DRIVESHAFT SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 37,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edges cracked but no cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive possible sump seal or crankshaft seal further investigation required (8.4.1 (a) (i))

aux belt contaminated in oil

exhaust system

Pass 29 Jun 2019 32,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 27,135 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion and dampness at bottom (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 27,135 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion and dampness at bottom (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 20,830 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 15,173 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,454 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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SW12 AFV is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SW12 AFV, 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 SW12 AFV registered?

SW12 AFV is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 20 June 2012.

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The MOT history for SW12 AFV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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