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BK12 MXJ

2012 Abarth 500

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,327 mi
Last recorded12,327 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Abarth 50048,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 MXJ
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 12,327 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 12,326 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 8,416 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 7,296 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 5,789 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 5,017 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 5,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Abarth 500?

Based on 88,456 MOT tests across 6,683 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
4,666
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
6,683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 599
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 523
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BK12 MXJ is a 2012 Abarth 500 in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,139 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Abarth 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK12 MXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Abarth 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 MXJ registered?

BK12 MXJ is a 2012 Abarth 500, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is BK12 MXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 MXJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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