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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,368 cc

LR08 LXUMOT history

LR08 LXU is a red petrol Fiat 500 first used on 19 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 52,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LR08 LXU red Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
52,774 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,368 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 LXU was last recorded at 52,774 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 2,779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
49,995 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,779 miles
Average per year
4,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 52,774 miles
  • 2020 – 49,995 miles
  • 2019 – 48,895 miles
  • 2018 – 44,717 miles
  • 2017 – 43,517 miles
  • 2016 – 41,186 miles
  • 2015 – 35,768 miles
  • 2014 – 31,520 miles
  • 2013 – 23,795 miles
  • 2012 – 17,874 miles
  • 2011 – 10,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    941788551361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. FailMileage not read3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    471356673992
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    540352651434
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    795710453977
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Emissions very high and engine running poorly (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    855929642127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524776071667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,774 miles (+2,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,774 miles
    Test number
    705115083592
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass49,995 miles (+1,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,995 miles
    Test number
    619088954659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,895 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,895 miles
    Test number
    934338879253
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail48,895 miles (+4,178)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,895 miles
    Test number
    890411178416
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass44,717 miles (+1,200)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    44,717 miles
    Test number
    564663883557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,517 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,517 miles
    Test number
    462310379463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,186 miles (+5,418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,186 miles
    Test number
    993263373816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower rear platform bush badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear upper shock absorber bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs pitting

  14. Pass35,768 miles (+4,248)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,768 miles
    Test number
    148094698517
    • AdvisoryBrake discs pitting
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside side front wheels damaged
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear shock top bushes deteriorated

  15. Pass31,520 miles (+7,725)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,520 miles
    Test number
    108558544266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Pass23,795 miles (+5,921)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,795 miles
    Test number
    896555833219
    • NoteAll tyres badly perished
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber top bushes worn close to excess
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads on 1.5mm limit
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass17,874 miles (+7,857)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,874 miles
    Test number
    849909502242
    • NoteNearside front daylight not working

  18. Pass10,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    10,017 miles
    Test number
    889572371181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 LXU

Does LR08 LXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 LXU is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LXU?
The MOT on LR08 LXU is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 LXU done?
LR08 LXU was recorded at 52,774 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 4,076 miles a year.
Has LR08 LXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LXU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 LXU 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 LR08 LXU find?
LR08 LXU passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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