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Black · Petrol · 2011 · 875 cc

601 KWMOT history

601 KW is a black petrol Fiat 500 first used on 27 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

601 KW black Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
78,700 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
601 KW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
875 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

601 KW was last recorded at 78,700 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,678 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
4,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,700 miles
  • 2025 – 77,132 miles
  • 2024 – 75,473 miles
  • 2023 – 73,698 miles
  • 2021 – 63,381 miles
  • 2020 – 56,130 miles
  • 2019 – 51,282 miles
  • 2018 – 46,548 miles
  • 2017 – 42,009 miles
  • 2016 – 36,031 miles
  • 2015 – 27,033 miles
  • 2014 – 18,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,700 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flex

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,700 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    78,700 miles
    Test number
    273961286781
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,678 miles (+1,546)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,678 miles
    Test number
    813318496737
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,132 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    77,132 miles
    Test number
    479920922277
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flex (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail77,131 miles (+1,658)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    277735482346
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flex (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass75,473 miles (+1,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,473 miles
    Test number
    338656578850
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass73,698 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    111319134862
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail73,697 miles6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    686769851033
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative level sensor broken nearside front (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass115,800 km (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,800 km
    Test number
    802530402255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail115,786 km3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,786 km
    Test number
    754126595765
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass63,381 miles (+7,251)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,381 miles
    Test number
    238783961854
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  11. Pass56,130 miles (+4,848)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,130 miles
    Test number
    873981583758
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45R16 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass51,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    51,282 miles
    Test number
    390402980973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Fail51,282 miles (+39)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,282 miles
    Test number
    906200370575
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Fail51,243 miles (+4,695)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    886933117662
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass46,548 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,548 miles
    Test number
    389194367934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    648901191445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,009 miles (+5,978)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    456162734455
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass36,031 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,031 miles
    Test number
    407060032176
    • AdvisoryCooling fan noisey
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges and low 3mm. 195/45r16v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges and low 3mm. 195/45r16v (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail36,031 miles (+8,998)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,031 miles
    Test number
    744856384050
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCooling fan noisey
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges and low 3mm. 195/45r16v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges and low 3mm. 195/45r16v (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,033 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,033 miles
    Test number
    328095919394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,845 miles (+7,976)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,845 miles
    Test number
    194153291177
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass18,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,869 miles
    Test number
    725596854249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 601 KW

What vehicle is registration 601 KW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 601 KW on a black petrol Fiat 500 first used on 27 Sept 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 601 KW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 601 KW is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 601 KW?
The MOT on 601 KW is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 601 KW done?
601 KW was recorded at 78,700 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,958 miles a year.
Has 601 KW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 601 KW has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 601 KW 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 601 KW find?
601 KW passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex; front exhaust mounting defective; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 1 more.

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