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BU18 OPV

2018 Fiat 500

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,638 mi
Last recorded63,638 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Fiat 50026,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 OPV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2018
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 63,638 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 May 2026 63,637 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 56,615 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 56,615 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 44,741 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 41,086 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Mar 2022 39,077 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2022 39,077 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 30,720 miles

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

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

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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BU18 OPV is a 2018 Fiat 500 in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,274 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 BU18 OPV, 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 8 years old, this Fiat 500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU18 OPV registered?

BU18 OPV is a 2018 Fiat 500, first registered on 14 May 2018.

Is BU18 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 OPV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU18 OPV have outstanding finance?

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