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BG08 HVF

2008 Fiat 500

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,223 mi
Last recorded91,223 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 HVF
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 91,223 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 88,384 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 82,011 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 75,756 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 75,752 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 68,403 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 60,876 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 53,589 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 9 Aug 2018 44,333 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 44,332 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,119 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 33,491 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres wearing on edges

exhaust back box in poor condition

Pass 24 May 2016 30,219 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 30,219 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2015 26,929 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 May 2014 22,938 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat , unable to test adult belt or seat

Fail 13 May 2014 22,938 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat , unable to test adult belt or seat

Pass 13 May 2013 18,659 miles

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 16 May 2012 14,791 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 14,791 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,664 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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BG08 HVF is a 2008 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BG08 HVF, 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 BG08 HVF registered?

BG08 HVF is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BG08 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 HVF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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