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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LP08 MHEMOT history

LP08 MHE is a white petrol Fiat 500 first used on 4 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LP08 MHE white Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,788 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 MHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 MHE was last recorded at 88,788 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,760 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,788 miles
  • 2025 – 81,473 miles
  • 2024 – 74,222 miles
  • 2023 – 73,711 miles
  • 2022 – 72,839 miles
  • 2021 – 72,817 miles
  • 2020 – 68,154 miles
  • 2019 – 62,268 miles
  • 2018 – 54,602 miles
  • 2017 – 51,643 miles
  • 2016 – 48,496 miles
  • 2015 – 44,310 miles
  • 2014 – 41,559 miles
  • 2013 – 36,436 miles
  • 2012 – 33,132 miles
  • 2011 – 28,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,788 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both sides Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,788 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    133857707007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,760 miles (+7,287)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    204982715927
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle lowest of the two efforts (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,473 miles
    Test number
    595017324578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,473 miles (+7,251)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,473 miles
    Test number
    456628401273
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced bulb not in lens (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass74,222 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,222 miles
    Test number
    355230058548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,711 miles
    Test number
    803135046934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,711 miles (+872)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,711 miles
    Test number
    100637999008
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,839 miles (+22)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,839 miles
    Test number
    894102694618
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  9. Fail72,817 miles (+4,663)3 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,817 miles
    Test number
    337446308190
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded and lose

  10. Pass68,154 miles (+5,886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,154 miles
    Test number
    659144080968
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and getting weak
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little to no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRadiator weak and showing signs of starting to leak

  11. Pass62,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,268 miles
    Test number
    161789057156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185-55-15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail62,267 miles (+7,665)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,267 miles
    Test number
    314389165404
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185-55-15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass54,602 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,602 miles
    Test number
    298728899435
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

  14. Fail54,571 miles (+2,928)4 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,571 miles
    Test number
    242359135668
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

  15. Pass51,643 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,643 miles
    Test number
    577713394965
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracking

  16. Fail51,628 miles (+3,132)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,628 miles
    Test number
    815016348435
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure mounting broken (3.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported mounting broken (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure mounting broken (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported mounting broken (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box corroded (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp missing (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracking

  17. Pass48,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    48,496 miles
    Test number
    422616865550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,496 miles (+4,186)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,496 miles
    Test number
    801866848861
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass44,310 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,310 miles
    Test number
    321703358710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,559 miles
    Test number
    987957844373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,559 miles (+5,123)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,559 miles
    Test number
    449427044433
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass36,436 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    36,436 miles
    Test number
    488032423422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,132 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,132 miles
    Test number
    647072652317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,640 miles
    Test number
    677934351320
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LP08 MHE

Does LP08 MHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 MHE is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 MHE?
The MOT on LP08 MHE is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 MHE done?
LP08 MHE was recorded at 88,788 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has LP08 MHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 MHE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 MHE 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 LP08 MHE find?
LP08 MHE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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