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VEZ 1596

2008 Fiat 500 L

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,467 mi
Last recorded84,467 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 1596
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 84,467 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 84,362 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position wont open (6.2.1 (e))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged snapped (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 73,083 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 73,081 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 64,196 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 64,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 51,812 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 L?

Based on 57,177 MOT tests across 4,612 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,577
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
4,612
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 663
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VEZ 1596 is a 2008 Fiat 500 L in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEZ 1596, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 L typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEZ 1596?

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What year was VEZ 1596 registered?

VEZ 1596 is a 2008 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is VEZ 1596 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 1596 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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