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ABM 497B

2000 Fiat 600

Blue Petrol 762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,563 mi
Last recorded95,563 miles
Recorded on21 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 497B
MakeFiat
Model600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine762cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2012 95,563 miles

slight play in king pins

Pass 26 Mar 2011 95,433 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 95,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 95,364 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

steering wheel cracked but not weakened

Pass 22 Sep 2008 95,179 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 95,177 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 95,177 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 94,699 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 94,699 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 31 May 2006 94,660 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

How Reliable is the Fiat 600?

Based on 663 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
170
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Stop lamp not working 19
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
Headlamp not working on main beam 17
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ABM 497B is a 2000 Fiat 600 in Blue with a 762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Fiat 600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABM 497B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat 600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABM 497B registered?

ABM 497B is a 2000 Fiat 600, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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