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White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

C5 JLTMOT history

C5 JLT is a white petrol Fiat 500 first used on 24 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

C5 JLT white Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,879 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 JLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 JLT was last recorded at 94,879 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 5,347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,532 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,347 miles
Average per year
5,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,879 miles
  • 2025 – 89,532 miles
  • 2024 – 84,339 miles
  • 2023 – 79,924 miles
  • 2022 – 73,806 miles
  • 2021 – 69,821 miles
  • 2019 – 68,415 miles
  • 2018 – 63,201 miles
  • 2017 – 59,876 miles
  • 2016 – 51,405 miles
  • 2015 – 41,877 miles
  • 2014 – 31,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,879 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both drive shaft seals are leaking ( the drive shafts seem to move a lot n the gearbox, a bearing could be worn) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Dashboard lights flickering dimly with indicators

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Coolant leak Water pump area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust rear box outer casing coming away

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and signs of running hot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,879 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    193097605206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both drive shaft seals are leaking ( the drive shafts seem to move a lot n the gearbox, a bearing could be worn) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail94,878 miles (+5,346)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,878 miles
    Test number
    394828153098
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both drive shaft seals are leaking ( the drive shafts seem to move a lot n the gearbox, a bearing could be worn) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,532 miles (+5,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,532 miles
    Test number
    758594734826
    • 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))

  4. Pass84,339 miles (+4,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,339 miles
    Test number
    390364775479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,924 miles (+6,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    548449557225
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass73,806 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,806 miles
    Test number
    270866820629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,821 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,821 miles
    Test number
    385755148291
    • AdvisoryDashboard lights flickering dimly with indicators

  8. Fail69,819 miles (+1,404)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,819 miles
    Test number
    841506049092
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryDashboard lights flickering dimly with indicators
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,415 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,415 miles
    Test number
    229262436013
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Water pump area
    • AdvisoryDashboard lights flickering dimly with indicators
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing coming away
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and signs of running hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill bent up (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Selector seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall breather hose split and leaking
    • AdvisoryVehicle starting to over heat on ramp

  10. Fail68,411 miles (+5,210)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,411 miles
    Test number
    229847482206
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bush totally adrift from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Water pump area
    • AdvisoryDashboard lights flickering dimly with indicators
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing coming away
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and signs of running hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill bent up (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Selector seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall breather hose split and leaking
    • AdvisoryVehicle starting to over heat on ramp

  11. Pass63,201 miles (+3,325)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,201 miles
    Test number
    716386305588
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed door handle missing (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel requires ajustment

  12. Pass59,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    109198379964
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition

  13. Fail59,876 miles (+8,471)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    352353365869
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition

  14. Pass51,405 miles (+9,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,405 miles
    Test number
    614840172276
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/f tyre

  15. Fail41,877 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,877 miles
    Test number
    206628915162
    • 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)

  16. Pass41,877 miles (+10,051)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,877 miles
    Test number
    877758015101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    246401094057
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Questions about C5 JLT

Does C5 JLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 JLT is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 JLT?
The MOT on C5 JLT is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 JLT done?
C5 JLT was recorded at 94,879 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,254 miles a year.
Has C5 JLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 JLT has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 JLT 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 C5 JLT find?
C5 JLT passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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