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AV57 PVX

2008 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,802 mi
Last recorded100,802 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 PVX
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 100,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under The Chassis Undersealant Applied.

Pass 18 Jan 2025 98,827 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 97,558 miles

Offside Rear corrosion around handbrake cable bracket

Fail 15 Jan 2024 97,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear corrosion around handbrake cable bracket

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 95,804 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 95,804 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 92,134 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 85,402 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 85,402 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 78,614 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 78,614 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 73,045 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 67,403 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

exhaust system front clamp corroded.

Pass 19 Jan 2017 63,988 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 63,985 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear brake hose retaining clip missing.

Offside Front day running light not working.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust clamp corroded,

rear exhaust silencer assy corroded.

Pass 18 Jan 2016 60,957 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 60,957 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 57,309 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 52,025 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 15 Jan 2014 52,025 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear box corroded

n/s/f wiper blade split

Fail 23 Jan 2013 42,074 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,074 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2012 33,372 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2012 33,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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AV57 PVX is a 2008 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV57 PVX, 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 AV57 PVX registered?

AV57 PVX is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is AV57 PVX safe to buy?

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