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Fiat 500

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

SMS 7MOT history

SMS 7 is a silver petrol Fiat 500 first used on 28 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 38,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

SMS 7 silver Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
38,728 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SMS 7
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SMS 7 was last recorded at 38,728 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,579 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,149 miles
Average per year
1,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,728 miles
  • 2025 – 37,579 miles
  • 2024 – 36,212 miles
  • 2023 – 34,863 miles
  • 2022 – 33,395 miles
  • 2021 – 31,951 miles
  • 2020 – 30,806 miles
  • 2019 – 29,488 miles
  • 2018 – 27,212 miles
  • 2017 – 24,802 miles
  • 2016 – 22,656 miles
  • 2015 – 19,881 miles
  • 2014 – 17,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,728 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust system corroding at tail box area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,728 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    38,728 miles
    Test number
    542890542856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail38,725 miles (+1,146)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,725 miles
    Test number
    723912024738
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass37,579 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    37,579 miles
    Test number
    687904392169
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding at tail box area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail37,577 miles (+1,365)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    363964761229
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding at tail box area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass36,212 miles (+1,349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    36,212 miles
    Test number
    909184318757
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass34,863 miles (+1,468)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    110181720551
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Engine area
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass33,395 miles (+1,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    919811348589
    • AdvisoryRear suspension axle corroding

  8. Pass31,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    31,951 miles
    Test number
    787804095996
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe /centre pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail31,950 miles (+1,144)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,950 miles
    Test number
    714971344251
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe /centre pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass30,806 miles (+1,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    30,806 miles
    Test number
    359605185141
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre tread wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass29,488 miles (+2,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    739898331663
    • AdvisoryExhaust system tail box corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass27,212 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    27,212 miles
    Test number
    368629058849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box corroding

  13. Fail27,210 miles (+2,408)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,210 miles
    Test number
    732184544835
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box corroding

  14. Pass24,802 miles (+2,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,802 miles
    Test number
    869118337646
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear box corroded

  15. Pass22,656 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,656 miles
    Test number
    769057246376
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel joint has slight play both rear axle bushes (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe and rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail22,648 miles (+2,767)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    329311872965
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both, drl may be switched off in computer (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush both rear, top bushes (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel joint has slight play both rear axle bushes (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe and rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass19,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,881 miles
    Test number
    735107165146
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail19,881 miles (+2,329)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,881 miles
    Test number
    748487565145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass17,552 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    17,552 miles
    Test number
    998679974150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    15,679 miles
    Test number
    386528904010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SMS 7

What vehicle is registration SMS 7 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SMS 7 on a silver petrol Fiat 500 first used on 28 Jan 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SMS 7 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SMS 7 is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on SMS 7?
The MOT on SMS 7 is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SMS 7 done?
SMS 7 was recorded at 38,728 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 1,864 miles a year.
Has SMS 7 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SMS 7 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on SMS 7 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 SMS 7 find?
SMS 7 passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened.

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