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YG08 DWW

2008 Fiat 500

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

91,789 mi
Last recorded91,789 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 DWW
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 91,789 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 83,191 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2024 83,121 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 80,365 miles

Incorrect bolt used on axle but still secure

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 80,362 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Axle fractured Corroded and holed around spring mounting (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 76,926 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 74,493 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 71,424 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 65,665 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 57,601 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe corroded

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

Fail 29 Oct 2018 57,601 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 43,178 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 42,976 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 34,353 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 34,345 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement fear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 27,632 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides rear, braking surfaces corroding (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 27,630 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides rear, braking surfaces corroding (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 19,920 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 18,832 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 14,201 miles

Centre brake light not working

Pass 21 Mar 2013 12,275 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,040 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 6,091 miles

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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YG08 DWW is a 2008 Fiat 500 in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2008 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 57,692 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 YG08 DWW, 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 18 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 YG08 DWW registered?

YG08 DWW is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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