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DG08 XTW

2008 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,407 mi
Last recorded66,407 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XTW
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 66,407 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 21 Jun 2018 66,401 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 24 Jun 2017 60,692 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 60,692 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside accident damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,850 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,227 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)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 27,849 miles

N/s/f tyre outer edge of tread is cracking.

N/s/r tyre outer wall and edge of tread is cracking.

O/s/f tyre outer edge of tread is starting to crack.

O/s/r tyre outer wall and edge of tread is cracking.

some corrosion to rear exhaust box.

Pass 16 Feb 2013 16,956 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 16,956 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 15,470 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 13,111 miles

slight corrosion rear silencer

Fail 30 Mar 2011 8,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,836 miles

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

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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DG08 XTW is a 2008 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DG08 XTW, 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 DG08 XTW registered?

DG08 XTW is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is DG08 XTW safe to buy?

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