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KS61 VBK

2011 Abarth 500

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,619 mi
Last recorded82,619 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Abarth 50049,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS61 VBK
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 82,619 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 May 2024 70,230 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 69,598 miles

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

some corrosion to exhaust serviceable on test

Pass 22 Sep 2022 65,651 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 62,496 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 59,119 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 57,184 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 44,528 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 34,536 miles

slight pitting of front brake discs on inner edges

Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,297 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 29,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 22,530 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 22,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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KS61 VBK is a 2011 Abarth 500 in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 49,717 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 KS61 VBK, 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 15 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS61 VBK?

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What year was KS61 VBK registered?

KS61 VBK is a 2011 Abarth 500, first registered on 3 September 2011.

Is KS61 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS61 VBK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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