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AV08 KLJ

2008 Fiat 500

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,926 mi
Last recorded83,926 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 KLJ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 83,926 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides legs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 83,917 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both headlamps, led bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides legs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 82,915 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 82,265 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 79,943 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 78,986 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 78,745 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 76,779 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 72,989 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 67,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi join (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 55,568 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 45,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 45,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,162 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 31,569 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,685 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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AV08 KLJ is a 2008 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 57,692 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 KLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV08 KLJ registered?

AV08 KLJ is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AV08 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 KLJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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