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YD12 EMJ

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,202 mi
Last recorded112,202 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 EMJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 112,202 miles

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

Rear corrosion on frames and suspension components

Pass 15 Jul 2025 95,831 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 95,831 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 71,371 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 71,368 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 52,696 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 38,277 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 33,698 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 28,502 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 25,496 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 21,212 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 21,208 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 16,233 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 11,460 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 10,983 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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YD12 EMJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YD12 EMJ, 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 YD12 EMJ registered?

YD12 EMJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is YD12 EMJ safe to buy?

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