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Fiat 500C

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L5 HBJMOT history

L5 HBJ is a white petrol Fiat 500C first used on 4 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 78,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,856 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 HBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 HBJ was last recorded at 78,856 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,407 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,449 miles
Average per year
3,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,856 miles
  • 2025 – 77,407 miles
  • 2024 – 75,309 miles
  • 2023 – 70,173 miles
  • 2022 – 65,391 miles
  • 2021 – 63,999 miles
  • 2020 – 60,927 miles
  • 2019 – 58,154 miles
  • 2018 – 54,727 miles
  • 2017 – 50,412 miles
  • 2016 – 49,603 miles
  • 2015 – 37,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,856 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryThe exhaust system is deteriorated

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,856 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,856 miles
    Test number
    436083904836
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryThe exhaust system is deteriorated

  2. Fail78,856 miles (+1,449)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,856 miles
    Test number
    434501117927
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryThe exhaust system is deteriorated

  3. Pass77,407 miles (+2,098)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,407 miles
    Test number
    499173594322
    • AdvisoryNearside Door handle broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass75,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,309 miles
    Test number
    864554794255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,306 miles (+5,133)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,306 miles
    Test number
    403081891020
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass70,173 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,173 miles
    Test number
    522875016671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,391 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    379368850139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,999 miles (+3,072)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,999 miles
    Test number
    731197607508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,927 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,927 miles
    Test number
    447519581105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    877717689659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,154 miles (+3,427)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    926794700516
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass54,727 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,727 miles
    Test number
    914211187479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,412 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,412 miles
    Test number
    801890821654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,603 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    901531708929
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm & slight cracking within tread pattern

  15. Fail49,603 miles (+11,865)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    660545921268
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported rear clamp missing (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm & slight cracking within tread pattern

  16. Pass37,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,738 miles
    Test number
    137562193193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 HBJ

Does L5 HBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 HBJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 HBJ?
The MOT on L5 HBJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 HBJ done?
L5 HBJ was recorded at 78,856 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,886 miles a year.
Has L5 HBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 HBJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 HBJ 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 L5 HBJ find?
L5 HBJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion, and 6 more.

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