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BG16 LHN

2016 Abarth 500

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,700 mi
Last recorded64,700 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Abarth 50029,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 LHN
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 64,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 64,700 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2025 56,654 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 49,021 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 42,347 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in windscreen less than 10mm in 'A' Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2023 42,347 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in windscreen less than 10mm in 'A' Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 35,862 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in 'A' Zone less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 30,036 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 30,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 22,331 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 22,331 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 16,220 miles

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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BG16 LHN is a 2016 Abarth 500 in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,298 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 BG16 LHN, 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 10 years old, this Abarth 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG16 LHN registered?

BG16 LHN is a 2016 Abarth 500, first registered on 28 April 2016.

Is BG16 LHN safe to buy?

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