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BK08 TTU

2008 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,165 mi
Last recorded105,165 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TTU
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 105,165 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 93,455 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 93,423 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 81,450 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2023 81,447 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 72,582 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2022 72,301 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2021 62,310 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2021 62,309 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2020 56,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 49,977 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 45,571 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 42,008 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 39,337 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 36,522 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 36,522 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front discs scorred and lipped ,recommend changing.

Pass 27 May 2014 33,174 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 29,790 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 29,790 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 24,706 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 16,914 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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BK08 TTU is a 2008 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BK08 TTU, 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 BK08 TTU registered?

BK08 TTU is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is BK08 TTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 TTU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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