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WL12 GEU

2012 Fiat 500 C

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,793 mi
Last recorded35,793 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 C46,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 GEU
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 35,793 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER SILL DAMAGED

REAR AXLE CORRODED

BLANKET AND CUSHIONS REMOVED FROM REAR SEAT TO TEST SEAT BELTS

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

EXHAUST CORRODED, FLEXI DETERIORATED

Fail 30 Sep 2025 35,793 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

BLANKET AND CUSHIONS REMOVED FROM REAR SEAT TO TEST SEAT BELTS

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

EXHAUST CORRODED, FLEXI DETERIORATED

OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER SILL DAMAGED

REAR AXLE CORRODED

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 33,858 miles

BLANKET AND CUSHIONS REMOVED FROM REAR SEAT TO TEST SEAT BELTS

EXHAUST CORRODED AND FLEXI DETERIORATED

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER SILL DAMAGED

Offside Rear Nail in tyre INNER SIDEWALL ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

REAR AXLE CORRODED

Pass 21 Nov 2023 30,915 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

blanket removed from rear seats to test seatbelts

rear axle corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2022 27,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Rear slight corrosion on axle

Pass 14 Dec 2021 24,831 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 24,831 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 21,408 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 18,575 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 16,534 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 14,714 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 14,714 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 12,750 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 10,707 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 9,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 C?

Based on 67,982 MOT tests across 4,583 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,059
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,583
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 555
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WL12 GEU is a 2012 Fiat 500 C in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 615 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL12 GEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WL12 GEU registered?

WL12 GEU is a 2012 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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