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WV12 XOW

2012 Fiat Punto

Maroon Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,818 mi
Last recorded72,818 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 XOW
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 72,818 miles

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

exhaust back box deteriated

Fail 9 Dec 2021 72,812 miles

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

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

exhaust back box deteriated

Pass 2 Dec 2020 71,207 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 68,841 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 68,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 65,553 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2018 65,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 63,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Dec 2017 63,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 62,267 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 62,267 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 52,153 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 44,426 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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WV12 XOW is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Maroon with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WV12 XOW, 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 WV12 XOW registered?

WV12 XOW is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is WV12 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 XOW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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