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YR08 JXT

2008 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,976 mi
Last recorded11,976 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat 50057,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 JXT
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 11,976 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 11,967 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 11,855 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 8,147 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 8,147 miles

Fuel tank leaking Breather pipe on tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavy age cracks cords visible 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavy perishing cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Feb 2023 7,747 miles

Rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Surface corrosion rear axle & spring mounting areas

Pass 21 Feb 2022 7,175 miles

Surface corrosion rear axle

rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2021 5,566 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 4,674 miles

Engine breather pipe split

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

Slight misfire detected on emissions test

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 4,674 miles

Engine breather pipe split

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

Slight misfire detected on emissions test

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 4,478 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 4,332 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 4,112 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 3,789 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 3,231 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 2,837 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 1,726 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 1,313 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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YR08 JXT is a 2008 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR08 JXT, 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 YR08 JXT registered?

YR08 JXT is a 2008 Fiat 500, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is YR08 JXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 JXT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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