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Fiat 500

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

Y18 MLFMOT history

Y18 MLF is a white petrol Fiat 500 first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 65,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

Y18 MLF white Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,694 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 MLF was last recorded at 65,694 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,853 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
841 miles
Average per year
4,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,694 miles
  • 2025 – 64,853 miles
  • 2024 – 62,712 miles
  • 2023 – 59,770 miles
  • 2022 – 57,760 miles
  • 2021 – 55,451 miles
  • 2020 – 51,901 miles
  • 2019 – 47,494 miles
  • 2018 – 41,983 miles
  • 2017 – 36,616 miles
  • 2016 – 30,070 miles
  • 2015 – 19,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,694 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Suspension Components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Boot switch faulty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,694 miles (+841)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,694 miles
    Test number
    830295249770
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Suspension Components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass64,853 miles (+2,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    729662532381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    859549932541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail62,712 miles (+2,942)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    504460089167
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass59,770 miles (+2,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    202203084652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass57,760 miles (+2,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,760 miles
    Test number
    327373683031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass55,451 miles (+3,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,451 miles
    Test number
    260060127017
    • AdvisoryBoot switch faulty
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,901 miles
    Test number
    849437656147
    • AdvisoryBoot switch faulty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r number plate light lens damaged/broken

  9. Fail51,901 miles (+4,407)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,901 miles
    Test number
    275487358641
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot switch faulty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r number plate light lens damaged/broken

  10. Pass47,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    526634363561
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated

  11. Fail47,494 miles (+5,511)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    171385600746
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre on legal limit and has nail in it
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has nail in it

  12. Pass41,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,983 miles
    Test number
    917310164534
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail41,983 miles (+5,367)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,983 miles
    Test number
    174476185586
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass36,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    490646098208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,615 miles (+6,545)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,615 miles
    Test number
    899573576861
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal on metal (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened metal on metal (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass30,070 miles (+10,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    257188352706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 80% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 80% worn (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass19,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    19,498 miles
    Test number
    228177861785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,498 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,498 miles
    Test number
    451312876117
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Questions about Y18 MLF

Does Y18 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 MLF is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 MLF?
The MOT on Y18 MLF is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 MLF done?
Y18 MLF was recorded at 65,694 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,222 miles a year.
Has Y18 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 MLF has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y18 MLF 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 Y18 MLF find?
Y18 MLF passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear suspension components; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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