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Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 875 cc

V26 VAVMOT history

V26 VAV is a blue petrol Fiat 500 first used on 22 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 44,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

V26 VAV blue Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
44,418 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
875 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V26 VAV was last recorded at 44,418 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 3,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,387 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,031 miles
Average per year
3,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,418 miles
  • 2025 – 41,387 miles
  • 2024 – 37,981 miles
  • 2023 – 31,806 miles
  • 2022 – 26,715 miles
  • 2021 – 21,872 miles
  • 2020 – 17,870 miles
  • 2019 – 12,763 miles
  • 2018 – 7,443 miles
  • 2017 – 5,989 miles
  • 2016 – 4,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail44,418 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cuts to sidewall.175/65r14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Wing dented.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail44,418 miles (+3,031)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,418 miles
    Test number
    374379761889
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass41,387 miles (+3,406)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    177097114793
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass37,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    37,981 miles
    Test number
    928228993552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail37,981 miles (+6,175)4 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,981 miles
    Test number
    696735017293
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Around 'Cat' and front pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass31,806 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    31,806 miles
    Test number
    232345092145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass31,558 miles (+4,843)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    31,558 miles
    Test number
    621649989992
    • AdvisoryCoolant low.
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door handle loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1756514 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass26,715 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    26,715 miles
    Test number
    881611031616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,872 miles (+4,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    21,872 miles
    Test number
    508021276665
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass17,870 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    17,870 miles
    Test number
    397173718000
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cuts to sidewall.175/65r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing dented.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail17,870 miles (+5,107)2 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,870 miles
    Test number
    432262123757
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cuts to sidewall.175/65r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing dented.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass12,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    12,763 miles
    Test number
    864298875702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail12,760 miles (+5,317)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,760 miles
    Test number
    847785699681
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass7,443 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    7,443 miles
    Test number
    733541634529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass5,989 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    5,989 miles
    Test number
    911377206602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass4,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    4,644 miles
    Test number
    138571206487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V26 VAV

Does V26 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V26 VAV is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on V26 VAV?
The MOT on V26 VAV is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V26 VAV done?
V26 VAV was recorded at 44,418 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,685 miles a year.
Has V26 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 VAV has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V26 VAV 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 V26 VAV find?
V26 VAV failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; service brake efficiency below requirements; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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