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WL12 GDV

2012 Fiat Qubo

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,088 mi
Last recorded81,088 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Qubo47,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 GDV
MakeFiat
ModelQubo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 81,088 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nail in tyre both rear ()

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

exhaust flexy deteriorating

fuel tank damp but not leaking at present

Fail 7 Apr 2026 81,085 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nail in tyre both rear ()

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

coolant low

exhaust flexy deteriorating

fuel tank damp but not leaking at present

Pass 9 Apr 2025 76,269 miles

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

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

Rear rear axle corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2025 76,269 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear rear axle corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2024 68,758 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2024 68,757 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 62,851 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 62,851 miles

Exhaust system insecure tail pipe holder is detachable (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 57,728 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,279 miles

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 55,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 48,189 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 48,188 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush offside and nearside top bushes (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 44,718 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 40,666 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear shockabsorber bushes worn

Pass 3 Jul 2017 34,227 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly tight strut top (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 28,153 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 28,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 24,047 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Qubo?

Based on 70,552 MOT tests across 5,289 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
4,863
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 1,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 908
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 697
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 588
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 505
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WL12 GDV is a 2012 Fiat Qubo in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Qubo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 47,526 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 Qubo fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL12 GDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Qubo typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat Qubo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WL12 GDV registered?

WL12 GDV is a 2012 Fiat Qubo, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is WL12 GDV safe to buy?

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