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Fiat Doblo

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

ESS 500MOT history

ESS 500 is a silver diesel Fiat Doblo first used on 31 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 60,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

ESS 500 silver Fiat Doblo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat Doblo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
60,236 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESS 500
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Fiat
Model
Doblo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESS 500 was last recorded at 60,236 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2026: 60,233 miles, lower than 84,381 miles on 14 Jan 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,233 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,236 miles
  • 2025 – 84,381 miles
  • 2024 – 77,962 miles
  • 2023 – 77,875 miles
  • 2022 – 70,548 miles
  • 2021 – 39,832 miles
  • 2020 – 37,914 miles
  • 2019 – 36,338 miles
  • 2018 – 34,252 miles
  • 2017 – 28,325 miles
  • 2016 – 22,393 miles
  • 2015 – 16,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,236 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust back box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,236 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    60,236 miles
    Test number
    574929125547
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail60,233 miles (-24,148)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,233 miles
    Test number
    927477519964
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,381 miles (+6,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,381 miles
    Test number
    679897572460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,962 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,962 miles
    Test number
    509768576843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,953 miles (+78)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,953 miles
    Test number
    535563924057
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% axle (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid low

  6. Fail77,875 miles (+7,327)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,875 miles
    Test number
    777271526253
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed/corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,548 miles (+30,716)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,548 miles
    Test number
    289913243261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,832 miles
    Test number
    393197774123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,832 miles (+1,918)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,832 miles
    Test number
    174931875632
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin corroded

  10. Pass37,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,914 miles
    Test number
    752971530397
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail37,914 miles (+1,576)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,914 miles
    Test number
    212875273359
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass36,338 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,338 miles
    Test number
    461538258631
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail36,338 miles (+2,086)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,338 miles
    Test number
    566312833298
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass34,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    354771145245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail34,252 miles (+5,927)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    676033230820
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass28,325 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,325 miles
    Test number
    421092248691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,324 miles (+5,931)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,324 miles
    Test number
    215614597198
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass22,393 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,393 miles
    Test number
    305904771095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,379 miles (+5,586)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    719912028007
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass16,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    16,793 miles
    Test number
    631821870608
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about ESS 500

What vehicle is registration ESS 500 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESS 500 on a silver diesel Fiat Doblo first used on 31 Oct 2012. 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 ESS 500 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ESS 500 is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on ESS 500?
The MOT on ESS 500 is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ESS 500 done?
ESS 500 was recorded at 60,236 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 4,242 miles a year.
Has ESS 500 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESS 500 has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on ESS 500 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jan 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on ESS 500 find?
ESS 500 passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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