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White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,248 cc

L20 SOXMOT history

L20 SOX is a white diesel Fiat 500 first used on 23 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

L20 SOX white Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,992 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 SOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 SOX was last recorded at 102,992 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 10,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,867 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,125 miles
Average per year
5,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,992 miles
  • 2024 – 92,867 miles
  • 2023 – 88,163 miles
  • 2022 – 82,183 miles
  • 2021 – 80,315 miles
  • 2020 – 80,146 miles
  • 2019 – 76,620 miles
  • 2018 – 73,997 miles
  • 2017 – 55,569 miles
  • 2016 – 52,534 miles
  • 2015 – 50,778 miles
  • 2014 – 49,315 miles
  • 2013 – 43,236 miles
  • 2012 – 33,120 miles
  • 2011 – 25,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,992 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,992 miles (+10,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,992 miles
    Test number
    331941569171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass92,867 miles (+4,704)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,867 miles
    Test number
    256169524804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,163 miles (+5,980)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,163 miles
    Test number
    908931308337
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass82,183 miles (+1,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,183 miles
    Test number
    819092880344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front top strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp missing

  5. Pass80,315 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,315 miles
    Test number
    247751014847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail80,315 miles (+169)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,315 miles
    Test number
    660036455256
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass80,146 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,146 miles
    Test number
    401541870765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail80,146 miles (+3,526)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,146 miles
    Test number
    904765712065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass76,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,620 miles
    Test number
    361461627307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,620 miles (+2,623)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,620 miles
    Test number
    686806713731
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass73,997 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,997 miles
    Test number
    960217618730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/r & o/s/r suspension arm very corroded & rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very corroded and rusty

  12. Fail73,997 miles (+18,428)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,997 miles
    Test number
    779725422766
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/r & o/s/r suspension arm very corroded & rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very corroded and rusty
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever very close to reserve travel limit

  13. Pass55,569 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    807747554960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,563 miles (+1,017)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,563 miles
    Test number
    640655258573
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge

  15. Pass54,546 miles (+2,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,546 miles
    Test number
    417134176284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  16. Pass52,534 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,534 miles
    Test number
    785836424920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,778 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    388330345072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteSlight binding to o/s/r brake
    • NoteWelding repair to o/s & n/s rear brake flexi support brackets

  18. Fail50,774 miles (+1,459)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,774 miles
    Test number
    749067535017
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteSlight binding to o/s/r brake
    • NoteWelding repair to o/s & n/s rear brake flexi support brackets

  19. Pass49,315 miles (+6,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,315 miles
    Test number
    107530354079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,236 miles (+10,116)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,236 miles
    Test number
    647406113121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,120 miles
    Test number
    306325332195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,120 miles (+7,696)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,120 miles
    Test number
    255675932145
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass25,424 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,424 miles
    Test number
    448072931114
    • NoteOil warning light flashing . Cant tell from dip stick if oil level ok or not ..

  24. Fail25,424 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,424 miles
    Test number
    348292131140
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil warning light flashing . Cant tell from dip stick if oil level ok or not ..

Questions about L20 SOX

Does L20 SOX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 SOX is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 SOX?
The MOT on L20 SOX is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 SOX done?
L20 SOX was recorded at 102,992 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,269 miles a year.
Has L20 SOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 SOX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L20 SOX 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 L20 SOX find?
L20 SOX passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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