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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LB51 SLBMOT history

LB51 SLB is a blue petrol Fiat 500 first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
119,587 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 SLB was last recorded at 119,587 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 3,658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 May 2013: 51,282 miles, lower than 58,269 miles on 3 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,929 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,658 miles
Average per year
6,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,587 miles
  • 2024 – 115,929 miles
  • 2023 – 108,345 miles
  • 2022 – 103,548 miles
  • 2021 – 94,130 miles
  • 2020 – 90,416 miles
  • 2019 – 85,793 miles
  • 2018 – 79,203 miles
  • 2017 – 72,826 miles
  • 2015 – 66,314 miles
  • 2013 – 55,734 miles
  • 2012 – 58,269 miles
  • 2011 – 23,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,587 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,587 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,587 miles
    Test number
    879086773304
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail119,587 miles (+3,658)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,587 miles
    Test number
    633936885933
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass115,929 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,929 miles
    Test number
    206932081744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,867 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,867 miles
    Test number
    350541167440
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail114,865 miles (+6,520)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    517772174935
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass108,345 miles (+4,797)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,345 miles
    Test number
    120708658737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) or steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass103,548 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    660368490844
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail103,540 miles (+9,410)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,540 miles
    Test number
    388837753983
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached both side (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass94,130 miles (+3,714)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,130 miles
    Test number
    446512853282
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMovement in n/s rack arm
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s front tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s rear axle to spring mountings corroded
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  10. Pass90,416 miles (+4,623)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,416 miles
    Test number
    373451914948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    85,793 miles
    Test number
    404186744231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail85,793 miles (+6,590)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,793 miles
    Test number
    881394909258
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass79,203 miles (+6,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,203 miles
    Test number
    231419509358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight knock on suspension nearside

  14. Pass72,826 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,826 miles
    Test number
    729353258266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,314 miles (+5,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,314 miles
    Test number
    755729169027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryWater pump noisey

  16. Pass61,222 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,222 miles
    Test number
    887662605048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    147635363363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,734 miles (+4,331)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    229314163377
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  19. Pass51,403 miles (+121)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,403 miles
    Test number
    855414923139
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteHandbrake cable,bracket corroded.

  20. Fail51,282 miles (-6,987)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,282 miles
    Test number
    796202323192
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteHandbrake cable,bracket corroded.

  21. Pass58,269 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    955823862062
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  22. Fail58,269 miles (+34,272)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    146371262015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  23. Pass23,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,997 miles
    Test number
    936556351043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 SLB

Does LB51 SLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 SLB expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SLB?
The MOT on LB51 SLB expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 SLB done?
LB51 SLB was recorded at 119,587 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 6,638 miles a year.
Has LB51 SLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SLB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 SLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 SLB find?
LB51 SLB passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded all; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside brake cable damaged but not to excess, and 3 more.

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