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J3 RXH

2016 Abarth 500

Silver Diesel 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,377 mi
Last recorded58,377 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Abarth 50029,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 RXH
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 58,377 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2026 55,609 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2026 96,346 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 96,342 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 49,817 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2025 90,672 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 45,237 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 85,032 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 85,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2023 41,300 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front Tyres Low Tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 77,621 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords face (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 38,490 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 20 Jan 2022 71,686 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 29,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 69,135 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 69,135 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 22,679 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 60,623 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 60,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 19,021 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 51,655 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 51,617 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))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 44,504 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 35,961 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 28,090 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2014 18,707 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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J3 RXH is a 2016 Abarth 500 in Silver with a 1,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J3 RXH, 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.

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What year was J3 RXH registered?

J3 RXH is a 2016 Abarth 500, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is J3 RXH safe to buy?

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