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Abarth 500

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,368 cc

L15 XAJMOT history

L15 XAJ is a grey petrol Abarth 500 first used on 26 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 94,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
94,047 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 XAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Abarth
Model
500
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,368 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 XAJ was last recorded at 94,047 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 8,430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,617 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,430 miles
Average per year
7,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,047 miles
  • 2025 – 85,617 miles
  • 2024 – 78,517 miles
  • 2023 – 73,379 miles
  • 2022 – 69,140 miles
  • 2021 – 57,718 miles
  • 2020 – 48,618 miles
  • 2019 – 38,150 miles
  • 2018 – 30,889 miles
  • 2017 – 24,828 miles
  • 2016 – 19,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,047 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust centre section to rear section joint area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated and faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 29 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,047 miles (+8,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    94,047 miles
    Test number
    752060761475
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,617 miles (+7,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,617 miles
    Test number
    920390320024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass78,517 miles (+5,138)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,517 miles
    Test number
    936123213684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,379 miles (+4,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    257813212069
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass69,140 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,140 miles
    Test number
    739657117646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  6. Fail69,140 miles (+11,422)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,140 miles
    Test number
    561036745478
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  7. Pass57,718 miles (+9,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    57,718 miles
    Test number
    981842369835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Starting to show pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Starting to show pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass48,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    48,618 miles
    Test number
    698766122931
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail48,618 miles (+10,468)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,618 miles
    Test number
    827190838330
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass38,150 miles (+7,261)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,150 miles
    Test number
    220597009387
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust centre section to rear section joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated and faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer assembly outer metal casing corroded and breaking up
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear suspension components corroded in places

  11. Pass30,889 miles (+6,061)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,889 miles
    Test number
    755579112851
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust centre section to rear section joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated and faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer assembly outer metal casing corroded and breaking up in places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear suspension components corroded in places

  12. Pass24,828 miles (+5,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,828 miles
    Test number
    159766629694
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front and offside front brake discs inner braking surfaces corroded from outer edges (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen nearside wiper blade small split centre area
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front tyre treads worn low/smooth on inner edge areas

  13. Pass19,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,218 miles
    Test number
    151859046209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 XAJ

Does L15 XAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 XAJ is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 XAJ?
The MOT on L15 XAJ is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 XAJ done?
L15 XAJ was recorded at 94,047 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 7,427 miles a year.
Has L15 XAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 XAJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L15 XAJ 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 L15 XAJ find?
L15 XAJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear lower suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s.

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