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Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,248 cc

L23 YSSMOT history

L23 YSS is a blue diesel Fiat 500 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

L23 YSS blue Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
147,998 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 YSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 YSS was last recorded at 147,998 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,997 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,998 miles
  • 2023 – 140,901 miles
  • 2022 – 130,705 miles
  • 2021 – 121,355 miles
  • 2020 – 114,613 miles
  • 2019 – 105,872 miles
  • 2018 – 100,350 miles
  • 2017 – 93,001 miles
  • 2016 – 87,300 miles
  • 2015 – 77,370 miles
  • 2014 – 67,069 miles
  • 2013 – 50,549 miles
  • 2012 – 35,066 miles
  • 2011 – 26,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,998 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle has surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,998 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    147,998 miles
    Test number
    743352475372
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has surface corrosion

  2. Fail147,997 miles (+7,096)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,997 miles
    Test number
    956336143909
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has surface corrosion

  3. Pass140,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,901 miles
    Test number
    686924143548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,901 miles (+10,196)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,901 miles
    Test number
    296228226542
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,705 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,705 miles
    Test number
    545913889729
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop insecure
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  6. Fail130,704 miles (+9,349)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,704 miles
    Test number
    922894644275
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop insecure
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  7. Pass121,355 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    685925958225
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated and front clamp corroded and incomplete
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail121,354 miles (+6,741)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,354 miles
    Test number
    880402197458
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure main beam lamp (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  9. Pass114,613 miles (+8,741)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,613 miles
    Test number
    986707323443
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged Brake hose ferrule NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear COIL SPRING BUMP STOP NOT FIX TO SUB FRAME
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass105,872 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,872 miles
    Test number
    108856921307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail105,860 miles (+5,510)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,860 miles
    Test number
    112417304740
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Headlamp insecure main beam in bumper (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,350 miles
    Test number
    159044488344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail100,341 miles (+7,340)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,341 miles
    Test number
    445512062106
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass93,001 miles (+5,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,001 miles
    Test number
    965536332248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass87,300 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,300 miles
    Test number
    182285222235
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail87,238 miles (+9,868)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,238 miles
    Test number
    794787070733
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass77,370 miles (+10,301)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    119538355060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  18. Pass67,069 miles (+16,520)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,069 miles
    Test number
    218319454018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,549 miles
    Test number
    296879243099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,549 miles (+15,483)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,549 miles
    Test number
    999409443009
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass35,066 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,066 miles
    Test number
    345803252024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,972 miles
    Test number
    575881071088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 YSS

Does L23 YSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 YSS expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 YSS?
The MOT on L23 YSS expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 YSS done?
L23 YSS was recorded at 147,998 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 8,825 miles a year.
Has L23 YSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 YSS has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 YSS 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 YSS find?
L23 YSS passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside; rear axle has surface corrosion.

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