CarVerify

Free Car Check

WV61 VZS

2011 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,963 mi
Last recorded88,963 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Fiat 50049,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 VZS
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 88,963 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 88,963 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 86,069 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2024 86,069 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 79,363 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 79,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 70,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 65,364 miles

Rear rear under body componets corrorded

Pass 26 Jun 2020 59,501 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2020 59,501 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 51,842 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 48,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,351 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

under tray fitted obscuring brake and fuel pipes

Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,667 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

initial corrosion to rear exhaust box

Pass 26 Oct 2015 31,977 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (7.1.2)

front tyres wearing on inside edge

under covers fitted obscuring some components[ brake pipes]

Pass 10 Oct 2014 24,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full Fiat 500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WV61 VZS is a 2011 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 49,249 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 WV61 VZS, 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 15 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV61 VZS?

You can check the full history of WV61 VZS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WV61 VZS registered?

WV61 VZS is a 2011 Fiat 500, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is WV61 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV61 VZS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV61 VZS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WV61 VZS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.