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LP13 VBV

2013 Fiat 500

Grey Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

69,646 mi
Last recorded69,646 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Fiat 50043,905 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP13 VBV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 69,646 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust leak (8.1.1 (a))

Underside Rear axle corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2024 59,700 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 59,652 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 51,438 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 51,538 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 45,657 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 39,478 miles

Coolant leak expansion bottle ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear parking brake performance poor

Pass 2 Sep 2020 34,200 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 31,235 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 27,842 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 26,593 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 16,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 14,900 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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LP13 VBV is a 2013 Fiat 500 in Grey with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 43,905 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LP13 VBV, 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 13 years old, this Fiat 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP13 VBV registered?

LP13 VBV is a 2013 Fiat 500, first registered on 14 June 2013.

Is LP13 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 VBV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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