2012 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · BP12 FJO

The most recent MOT test on 2026-07-23 shows this 2012 Fiat Punto has been driven for over three years without a new test, placing it well beyond the legal 12-month renewal window. The last recorded MOT was a pass on 2023-01-31 at 88,890 miles, followed by an immediate failure the day before at 88,865 miles—an unusual but technically compliant sequence where the vehicle was tested twice in the same month. No defects were logged in either instance, suggesting the failure was likely procedural rather than mechanical, though this does not preclude underlying issues. The preceding tests in 2022 and 2021 also show no recorded faults, reinforcing a pattern of either meticulous maintenance or deferred attention to wear items. The mileage progression indicates consistent use, averaging around 6,300 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, though the 2021 duplicate entries—both a pass and a failure at exactly 73,468 miles—are anomalous and warrant further clarification. The lack of advisories or defects over five tests implies that major components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers have not yet reached critical failure thresholds, though this does not guarantee their current condition. The absence of corrosion-related advisories in recent tests is notable but should not be taken as definitive without visual inspection, particularly in areas prone to salt damage. Given the sparse MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are common failure points on this model at this mileage. The brakes, though not explicitly flagged, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven through wet or salted roads. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns should be scrutinised, as the lack of advisories in past tests could indicate either consistent replacement or deferred maintenance. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should be examined for corrosion, as this is often not captured in MOT tests but can compromise safety. The dual 2021 MOT entries suggest the vehicle may have been tested under less than optimal conditions, so verifying the authenticity of the records and the vehicle’s service history is advisable.