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SB61 ZHF

2012 Abarth 500

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,345 mi
Last recorded100,345 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Abarth 50048,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB61 ZHF
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 100,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 100,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 99,743 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 96,257 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 94,724 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2021 87,108 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 85,162 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 74,968 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 65,808 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 56,631 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 43,656 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 30,898 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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SB61 ZHF is a 2012 Abarth 500 in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,139 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 SB61 ZHF, 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 14 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB61 ZHF registered?

SB61 ZHF is a 2012 Abarth 500, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is SB61 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB61 ZHF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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