2012 Abarth 500 1.4L Petrol · RK12 WWL
2012 Abarth 500 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 71,991 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- ABARTH 500
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,991 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RK12 WWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
- 71,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RK12 WWL 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 Abarth 500 (RK12 WWL) between February 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 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 (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))”; “Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
RK12 WWL Mileage History
- 21/02/202571,642 mi
- 20/03/202671,930 mi+288 mi
- 23/03/202671,931 mi+1 mi
- 12/05/202671,942 mi+11 mi
- 13/05/202671,991 mi+49 mi
Average of roughly 286 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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