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Fiat 500

Yellow · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LO08 OCXMOT history

LO08 OCX is a yellow petrol Fiat 500 first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LO08 OCX yellow Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,559 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OCX was last recorded at 156,559 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 15,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,925 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15,634 miles
Average per year
9,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,559 miles
  • 2025 – 140,925 miles
  • 2024 – 129,943 miles
  • 2023 – 122,819 miles
  • 2022 – 113,220 miles
  • 2021 – 109,605 miles
  • 2020 – 101,061 miles
  • 2019 – 88,853 miles
  • 2018 – 73,657 miles
  • 2017 – 58,760 miles
  • 2016 – 53,132 miles
  • 2014 – 44,669 miles
  • 2013 – 37,456 miles
  • 2012 – 30,424 miles
  • 2011 – 22,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,559 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess chafed at bracket

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess bracket detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,559 miles (+15,634)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,559 miles
    Test number
    361693714701
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,925 miles (+10,982)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    186106971559
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDRLS Switched off
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass129,943 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    129,943 miles
    Test number
    278898099567
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail129,943 miles (+7,124)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,943 miles
    Test number
    660443985452
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass122,819 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,819 miles
    Test number
    508536213599
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge)(Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  6. Fail122,818 miles (+9,598)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,818 miles
    Test number
    703322065875
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge)(Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  7. Pass113,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    531510503940
    • AdvisoryBackbox corroded

  8. Fail113,220 miles (+3,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    782288526303
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBackbox corroded

  9. Pass109,605 miles (+8,544)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,605 miles
    Test number
    317964260031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass101,061 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,061 miles
    Test number
    963288654445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess chafed at bracket (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess bracket detached (1.1.15 (a))

  11. Fail101,060 miles (+12,207)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,060 miles
    Test number
    379781109681
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess chafed at bracket (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess bracket detached (1.1.15 (a))

  12. Pass88,853 miles (+15,196)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,853 miles
    Test number
    260965948759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,657 miles (+14,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,657 miles
    Test number
    269949421282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake cable bracket fractured

  14. Pass58,760 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    58,760 miles
    Test number
    521901040905
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  15. Fail58,759 miles (+5,627)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    119892552686
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  16. Pass53,132 miles (+8,463)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,132 miles
    Test number
    499163385527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,669 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    167123594101
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Fail44,667 miles (+7,211)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    388033494101
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOS parking brake cable bracket is broken

  19. Pass37,456 miles (+7,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    285136183180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,424 miles (+7,930)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,424 miles
    Test number
    215575592476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,494 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,494 miles
    Test number
    686822191166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LO08 OCX

Does LO08 OCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 OCX is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OCX?
The MOT on LO08 OCX is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 OCX done?
LO08 OCX was recorded at 156,559 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 9,161 miles a year.
Has LO08 OCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OCX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 OCX 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 LO08 OCX find?
LO08 OCX passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 1 more.

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