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MRD 715J

2000 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,265 mi
Last recorded29,265 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Fiat 50038,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 715J
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 29,265 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 28,942 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 28,500 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 29,200 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 28,942 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 28,056 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 28,056 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,055 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 28,045 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 28,043 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 28,019 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,012 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 28,010 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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MRD 715J is a 2000 Fiat 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 38,094 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 MRD 715J, 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 26 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 MRD 715J registered?

MRD 715J is a 2000 Fiat 500, first registered on 16 February 2000.

Is MRD 715J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 715J 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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