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Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

554 ELLMOT history

554 ELL is a red petrol Fiat 500 first used on 4 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 160,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

554 ELL red Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
160,182 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
554 ELL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

554 ELL was last recorded at 160,182 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,182 miles · 12 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,182 miles
  • 2025 – 158,286 miles
  • 2024 – 155,676 miles
  • 2023 – 141,720 miles
  • 2022 – 124,214 miles
  • 2021 – 112,886 miles
  • 2020 – 103,531 miles
  • 2019 – 93,601 miles
  • 2018 – 85,204 miles
  • 2017 – 79,729 miles
  • 2016 – 70,679 miles
  • 2015 – 62,500 miles
  • 2014 – 57,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,182 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread 2.80mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side / and rear beam axle corroded , around coil spring seat area corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin should be replace a,s,a,p / on the limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Macpherson strut top mount play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    160,182 miles
    Test number
    173035504215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread 2.80mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side / and rear beam axle corroded , around coil spring seat area corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,182 miles (+1,896)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,182 miles
    Test number
    566491312005
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread 2.80mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side / and rear beam axle corroded , around coil spring seat area corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,286 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    158,286 miles
    Test number
    221839099241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin should be replace a,s,a,p / on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut top mount play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy and slightly play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle corroded / around coil spring seat area

  4. Fail158,286 miles (+2,610)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,286 miles
    Test number
    191976908123
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect and o.s.f headlight aim, pattern not vey defined (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin should be replace a,s,a,p / on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut top mount play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy and slightly play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle corroded / around coil spring seat area

  5. Pass155,676 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,676 miles
    Test number
    487262443534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail155,676 miles (+4)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,676 miles
    Test number
    396904226069
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail155,672 miles (+13,952)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,672 miles
    Test number
    951428445343
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulders . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulders. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy seems to be rough, or gearbox bearing rough. (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe badly corroded.
    • AdvisoryBothside rear brakes noisy on application
    • AdvisoryBothside rear parking brake poor efficiency.

  8. Pass141,720 miles (+17,506)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,720 miles
    Test number
    335948021999
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass124,214 miles (+11,328)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,214 miles
    Test number
    326655910102
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded bothside rear . (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear beam axel/ and arms corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bothside rear outer wall cracking ,should replace. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRadiator seeping cooling ,should replace.

  10. Pass112,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    112,886 miles
    Test number
    907702589401
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  11. Fail112,886 miles (+9,355)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,886 miles
    Test number
    877437080491
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,531 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,531 miles
    Test number
    931533923048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail103,531 miles (+9,930)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,531 miles
    Test number
    903551619461
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture INSECURE (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass93,601 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    391082942747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail93,601 miles (+8,397)4 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    814213066726
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged MAIN BRACKET CORRODED (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass85,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,204 miles
    Test number
    708620985276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,204 miles (+5,475)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,204 miles
    Test number
    219853457813
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  18. Pass79,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,729 miles
    Test number
    590644453699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,729 miles (+9,050)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,729 miles
    Test number
    738510865751
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  20. Pass70,679 miles (+8,179)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,679 miles
    Test number
    456324788131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,500 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,500 miles
    Test number
    379309555116
    • NoteNearside and offside outter stills have sight damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in outter tread
    • NoteNearside front tyre is a nail in it
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing sightly on tread
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake bracket is broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is perishing on edges of tread
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber is perishing

  22. Fail62,500 miles (+5,046)3 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,500 miles
    Test number
    388539155100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside and offside outter stills have sight damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in outter tread
    • NoteNearside front tyre is a nail in it
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing sightly on tread
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake bracket is broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is perishing on edges of tread
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber is perishing

  23. Pass57,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    619948454172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 554 ELL

What vehicle is registration 554 ELL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 554 ELL on a red petrol Fiat 500 first used on 4 Mar 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 554 ELL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 554 ELL is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 554 ELL?
The MOT on 554 ELL is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 554 ELL done?
554 ELL was recorded at 160,182 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 8,366 miles a year.
Has 554 ELL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 554 ELL has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 554 ELL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 554 ELL find?
554 ELL passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread 2.80mm, and 1 more.

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