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Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,242 cc

L16 TBYMOT history

L16 TBY is a blue petrol Fiat 500 first used on 9 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 56,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

L16 TBY blue 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
56,320 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 TBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
9 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 TBY was last recorded at 56,320 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,310 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,320 miles
  • 2025 – 53,586 miles
  • 2024 – 50,157 miles
  • 2023 – 47,484 miles
  • 2022 – 44,781 miles
  • 2021 – 41,264 miles
  • 2020 – 38,850 miles
  • 2019 – 35,349 miles
  • 2018 – 31,286 miles
  • 2017 – 27,352 miles
  • 2016 – 22,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,320 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDrls not workingRecorded 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 Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear tyres perished and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,320 miles (+10)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    56,320 miles
    Test number
    242996157939
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrls not working
  2. Fail56,310 miles (+2,724)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,310 miles
    Test number
    514861653218
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrls not working
  3. Pass53,586 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,586 miles
    Test number
    544236795092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail53,578 miles (+3,421)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,578 miles
    Test number
    286133432093
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass50,157 miles (+2,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    50,157 miles
    Test number
    776036089833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass47,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    47,484 miles
    Test number
    143945674456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail47,484 miles (+2,703)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,484 miles
    Test number
    665189960961
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass44,781 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,781 miles
    Test number
    378619427889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,264 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,264 miles
    Test number
    389237204239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,850 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,850 miles
    Test number
    455627566310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,349 miles (+4,063)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,349 miles
    Test number
    602116140605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass31,286 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,286 miles
    Test number
    292588158952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked
  13. Fail31,286 miles (+3,934)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,286 miles
    Test number
    297543346315
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked
  14. Pass27,352 miles (+4,462)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,352 miles
    Test number
    303039989222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,890 miles
    Test number
    640881326060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 TBY

Does L16 TBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 TBY is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 TBY?
The MOT on L16 TBY 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 L16 TBY done?
L16 TBY was recorded at 56,320 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 3,450 miles a year.
Has L16 TBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 TBY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 TBY 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 L16 TBY find?
L16 TBY passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 4 more.

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