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RJ61 GBY

2012 Fiat 500 C

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,179 mi
Last recorded86,179 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat 500 C46,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 GBY
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 86,179 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 77,306 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2024 77,303 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 71,079 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 68,695 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 68,695 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 64,681 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 64,681 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 60,913 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (inner edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 60,913 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (inner edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 56,654 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2019 56,654 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 50,369 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 50,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 44,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,353 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 28,649 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,255 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 20,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 C?

Based on 67,982 MOT tests across 4,583 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,059
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,583
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 555
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RJ61 GBY is a 2012 Fiat 500 C in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Fiat 500 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,484 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 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 615 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ61 GBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat 500 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ61 GBY registered?

RJ61 GBY is a 2012 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is RJ61 GBY safe to buy?

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