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Abarth 500

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,368 cc

L23 MGTMOT history

L23 MGT is a red petrol Abarth 500 first used on 31 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 28,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
28,071 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 MGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Abarth
Model
500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,368 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 MGT was last recorded at 28,071 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,053 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,071 miles
  • 2025 – 27,046 miles
  • 2024 – 24,015 miles
  • 2023 – 21,294 miles
  • 2022 – 18,383 miles
  • 2021 – 15,813 miles
  • 2020 – 14,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,071 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below limit on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,071 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    481145557150
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail28,053 miles (+1,007)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,053 miles
    Test number
    305909153447
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195-45-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass27,046 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    27,046 miles
    Test number
    287297672507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail27,034 miles (+3,019)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,034 miles
    Test number
    932763797483
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass24,015 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    24,015 miles
    Test number
    757771820684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail23,993 miles (+2,699)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,993 miles
    Test number
    429449803982
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass21,294 miles (+2,911)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    21,294 miles
    Test number
    942073264014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass18,383 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    18,383 miles
    Test number
    836873944169
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail18,383 miles (+2,570)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,383 miles
    Test number
    857029294947
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass15,813 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    15,813 miles
    Test number
    774341927312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail15,796 miles (+1,158)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,796 miles
    Test number
    297106031940
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened Shock likely to become detached from vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass14,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    14,638 miles
    Test number
    632973954132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Questions about L23 MGT

Does L23 MGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 MGT is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 MGT?
The MOT on L23 MGT is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 MGT done?
L23 MGT was recorded at 28,071 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,224 miles a year.
Has L23 MGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 MGT has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 MGT 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 L23 MGT find?
L23 MGT passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces.

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