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YR12 ZFP

2012 Fiat 500 C

White Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

126,213 mi
Last recorded126,213 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 C46,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 ZFP
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 126,213 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2025 126,213 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside front rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2024 120,738 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 120,645 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Engine noise and emitting white smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 109,786 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 109,639 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 100,353 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2022 100,353 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 91,898 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 82,832 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front Exhaust mounting defective Snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Front Flexi exhaust snapped but not leaking exhaust gases

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 82,832 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front Exhaust mounting defective Snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Front Flexi exhaust snapped but not leaking exhaust gases

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 75,285 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2019 75,283 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 66,960 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 66,960 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 59,042 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 47,342 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 36,696 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 27,141 miles

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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YR12 ZFP is a 2012 Fiat 500 C in White with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR12 ZFP, 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 YR12 ZFP registered?

YR12 ZFP is a 2012 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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