2012 Fiat Punto 1.2L Petrol · EN12 XJG
2012 Fiat Punto (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 66,549 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT PUNTO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,549 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EN12 XJG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 66,549 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EN12 XJG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Fiat Punto (EN12 XJG) between September 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
EN12 XJG Mileage History
- 15/09/202353,104 mi
- 15/09/202353,105 mi+1 mi
- 20/03/202564,080 mi+10,975 mi
- 26/03/202564,083 mi+3 mi
- 23/03/202666,549 mi+2,466 mi
Average of roughly 5,336 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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