2012 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · WM12 OJP
2012 Fiat Punto (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 96,291 miles. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT PUNTO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,291 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WM12 OJP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 96,291 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM12 OJP 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 (WM12 OJP) between September 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 August 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: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
WM12 OJP Mileage History
- 03/09/202474,405 mi
- 02/09/202592,027 mi+17,622 mi
- 02/09/202592,027 mi
- 24/08/202696,294 mi+4,267 mi
- 24/08/202696,291 mi-3 mi
Average of roughly 11,099 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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
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