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White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L40 FMGMOT history

L40 FMG is a white petrol Fiat 500 first used on 14 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 67,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

L40 FMG white Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,814 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 FMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 FMG was last recorded at 67,814 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 7,062 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,752 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,062 miles
Average per year
5,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,814 miles
  • 2024 – 60,752 miles
  • 2023 – 52,222 miles
  • 2022 – 44,463 miles
  • 2021 – 34,850 miles
  • 2020 – 32,890 miles
  • 2019 – 30,568 miles
  • 2018 – 27,941 miles
  • 2017 – 22,177 miles
  • 2015 – 15,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,814 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,814 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    814549993543
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail67,814 miles (+7,062)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    129274689453
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass60,752 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    60,752 miles
    Test number
    448618942002
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Fail60,752 miles (+8,530)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,752 miles
    Test number
    940074906061
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass52,222 miles (+7,759)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    52,222 miles
    Test number
    460905075884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,463 miles (+204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    687535335001
    • 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))

  7. Fail44,259 miles (+9,409)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,259 miles
    Test number
    206131266232
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (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))

  8. Pass34,850 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    34,850 miles
    Test number
    272605006923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,890 miles (+2,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,890 miles
    Test number
    274616812238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass30,568 miles (+2,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,568 miles
    Test number
    502337158697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass27,941 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    27,941 miles
    Test number
    531897344970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail27,940 miles (+2,333)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,940 miles
    Test number
    950666086299
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR WIPER BLADE TORN

  13. Pass25,607 miles (+3,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,607 miles
    Test number
    915758467152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass22,177 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    22,177 miles
    Test number
    835916413877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    15,840 miles
    Test number
    754782342895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 FMG

Does L40 FMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 FMG is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 FMG?
The MOT on L40 FMG is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 FMG done?
L40 FMG was recorded at 67,814 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 5,175 miles a year.
Has L40 FMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 FMG has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 FMG 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 L40 FMG find?
L40 FMG passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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