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2012 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SA12 BFM

SA12 BFM

2012 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 95,890 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
FIAT 500
Year / Origin
2012 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
95,890 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026 MOT record indicates that the vehicle passed the test on 2026-01-08 with 95,890 miles, establishing a baseline for the current year. This is the most recent test date available in the provided history, suggesting the test was conducted shortly before the current date of 2026-06-18. Consequently, the maintenance trend is currently stable, as the vehicle has not shown any signs of deterioration since the 2026-01-08 test unless specific wear patterns are present. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle's history reveals a significant gap in the 2025-01-09 test where the 90,697-mile test was conducted, indicating a substantial accumulation of miles since the 2026-01-08 test. This gap suggests that the owner may have accumulated more miles during a period of inactivity or a long stretch of time, potentially leading to premature wear on suspension components or drivetrain parts. The rapid increase in mileage since the 2026-01-08 test warrants a closer inspection of the engine and drivetrain for any signs of excessive wear. To assess roadworthiness, the buyer must inspect the specific mechanical risks identified in the 2026-01-08 test record. The most critical finding is the severe deterioration of the nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot, which indicates structural failure in the suspension system. Additionally, the offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover is severely deteriorated, suggesting a failure point in the front suspension assembly. The front headlamp lens also shows a slight defect, which may require replacement. Given the significant wear on the drive shaft and the lack of a clear gap in mileage since the 2026-01-08 test, the vehicle carries a high risk of imminent failure in the suspension and drivetrain, which must be addressed immediately by a qualified technician before the owner can drive it.

SA12 BFM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
  • 95,890 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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SA12 BFM Mileage History

  1. 19/10/202276,467 mi
  2. 21/10/202276,467 mi
  3. 09/10/202383,143 mi+6,676 mi
  4. 09/01/202590,697 mi+7,554 mi
  5. 08/01/202695,890 mi+5,193 mi

Average of roughly 6,027 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SA12 BFM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 10:20
MOT Analysis

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 500 (SA12 BFM) between October 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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: “Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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