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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 875 cc

LV12 DFGMOT history

LV12 DFG is a black petrol Fiat 500 first used on 24 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LV12 DFG black Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,170 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV12 DFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
875 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV12 DFG was last recorded at 97,170 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,032 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
5,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,170 miles
  • 2025 – 97,032 miles
  • 2024 – 96,949 miles
  • 2023 – 96,935 miles
  • 2022 – 92,029 miles
  • 2021 – 80,588 miles
  • 2020 – 73,691 miles
  • 2019 – 68,996 miles
  • 2018 – 60,501 miles
  • 2017 – 57,232 miles
  • 2016 – 40,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,170 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT, LOWER ARMS, FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,170 miles (+138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,170 miles
    Test number
    167237930079
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT, LOWER ARMS, FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass97,032 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,032 miles
    Test number
    311516747030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,031 miles (+82)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    216392872611
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested CLUTCH OPERATION, FAILURE. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EXCESSIVE EXHAUST BLOWING. (8.2.1.2 (d))
  4. Pass96,949 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,949 miles
    Test number
    227145198049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail96,935 miles (+4,906)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,935 miles
    Test number
    108699209301
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi deteriorated (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  6. Pass92,029 miles (+11,441)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,029 miles
    Test number
    997865878937
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass80,588 miles (+6,897)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,588 miles
    Test number
    484483662641
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass73,691 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,691 miles
    Test number
    621967456534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,996 miles
    Test number
    434178067019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,996 miles (+8,495)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,996 miles
    Test number
    473070529735
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass60,501 miles (+3,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    60,501 miles
    Test number
    685145476224
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass57,232 miles (+1,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    113405684233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  13. Pass55,278 miles (+15,058)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,278 miles
    Test number
    850915743505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,220 miles
    Test number
    515459705948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,220 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,220 miles
    Test number
    162817171019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LV12 DFG

Does LV12 DFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LV12 DFG is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LV12 DFG?
The MOT on LV12 DFG is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LV12 DFG done?
LV12 DFG was recorded at 97,170 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 5,707 miles a year.
Has LV12 DFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV12 DFG has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LV12 DFG 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 LV12 DFG find?
LV12 DFG passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front, lower arms, front shock absorbers, corroded.; offside front upper macpherson strut ball joint has slight play.

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