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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T596 ELPMOT history

T596 ELP is a black petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
133,485 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T596 ELP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T596 ELP was last recorded at 133,485 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,470 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,485 miles
  • 2024 – 132,926 miles
  • 2023 – 132,917 miles
  • 2022 – 132,914 miles
  • 2021 – 132,513 miles
  • 2019 – 130,158 miles
  • 2017 – 128,557 miles
  • 2016 – 124,235 miles
  • 2014 – 118,899 miles
  • 2013 – 113,624 miles
  • 2012 – 109,101 miles
  • 2011 – 103,680 miles
  • 2010 – 94,499 miles
  • 2009 – 88,514 miles
  • 2008 – 81,994 miles
  • 2007 – 72,628 miles
  • 2006 – 59,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,485 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,485 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,485 miles
    Test number
    916058638778
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  2. Fail133,470 miles (+544)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,470 miles
    Test number
    338029481851
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cv boot touching the osf drop link on full lock
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass132,926 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,926 miles
    Test number
    791468257234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,917 miles (+3)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,917 miles
    Test number
    315594146868
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER VEHICLE COVER IN HEAVY UNDERSEALING
  5. Fail132,914 miles (+401)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,914 miles
    Test number
    468827489244
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL CORRODED (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass132,513 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,513 miles
    Test number
    103028605898
    • AdvisoryFloor pans outer sills starting to corrode
  7. Fail132,502 miles (+2,344)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,502 miles
    Test number
    363881765724
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFloor pans outer sills starting to corrode
  8. Pass130,158 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,158 miles
    Test number
    944189713338
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre becoming perished and cracked
  9. Fail130,142 miles (+5)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,142 miles
    Test number
    372470079489
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  10. Fail130,137 miles (+1,580)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,137 miles
    Test number
    132090593318
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass128,557 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,557 miles
    Test number
    973129943690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail128,521 miles (+4,286)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,521 miles
    Test number
    521048168627
    • FailureFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion floor to sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass124,235 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    124,235 miles
    Test number
    342926854656
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
  14. Fail124,228 miles (+5,329)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,228 miles
    Test number
    986123164662
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
  15. Pass118,899 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    118,899 miles
    Test number
    788620194272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,624 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,624 miles
    Test number
    946644793228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  17. Fail113,596 miles (+4,495)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    315149283228
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass109,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,101 miles
    Test number
    398941692472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,101 miles (+5,421)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,101 miles
    Test number
    386109682461
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass103,680 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,680 miles
    Test number
    228719921355
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Fail103,680 miles (+9,181)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,680 miles
    Test number
    325619921310
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  22. Pass94,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,499 miles
    Test number
    923085630303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,499 miles (+5,985)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,499 miles
    Test number
    393613930344
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  24. Pass88,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    88,514 miles
    Test number
    454671219395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,514 miles (+6,520)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,514 miles
    Test number
    490417309375
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
  26. Pass81,994 miles (+9,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    81,994 miles
    Test number
    783167428372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass72,628 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,628 miles
    Test number
    434363327450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,619 miles (+12,995)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,619 miles
    Test number
    401350727489
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass59,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,624 miles
    Test number
    584925006139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T596 ELP

Does T596 ELP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T596 ELP expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T596 ELP?
The MOT on T596 ELP expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T596 ELP done?
T596 ELP was recorded at 133,485 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has T596 ELP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T596 ELP has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T596 ELP 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 T596 ELP find?
T596 ELP passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy.

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