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BJ08 OVP

2008 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,171 mi
Last recorded63,171 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 OVP
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 63,171 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 62,758 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 61,844 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 60,338 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 59,656 miles

condition of exhaust front mounting bracket

possible exhaust blow when engine cold

Pass 1 Mar 2021 59,189 miles

condition of exhaust front mounting bracket

Fail 1 Mar 2021 59,189 miles

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

condition of exhaust front mounting bracket

Pass 16 Mar 2020 58,457 miles

condition of welding to exhaust system

Pass 13 Mar 2019 56,873 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 56,374 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,832 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 55,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 55,018 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 53,119 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 51,250 miles

condition of rear exhaust

Pass 28 Mar 2013 44,718 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 40,459 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 31,237 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BJ08 OVP is a 2008 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ08 OVP, 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 BJ08 OVP registered?

BJ08 OVP is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BJ08 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 OVP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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