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Fiat 500

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

Y18 RBMMOT history

Y18 RBM is a blue petrol Fiat 500 first used on 19 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y18 RBM blue Fiat 500 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat 500, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
102,402 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 RBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 RBM was last recorded at 102,402 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 2,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,159 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,243 miles
Average per year
6,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,402 miles
  • 2025 – 100,159 miles
  • 2024 – 85,774 miles
  • 2023 – 76,928 miles
  • 2022 – 75,145 miles
  • 2021 – 72,228 miles
  • 2020 – 70,941 miles
  • 2019 – 67,498 miles
  • 2018 – 54,283 miles
  • 2017 – 51,438 miles
  • 2016 – 42,341 miles
  • 2015 – 27,721 miles
  • 2013 – 19,573 miles
  • 2012 – 16,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,402 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both fronts. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle and spring mounts. (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,402 miles (+2,243)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    102,402 miles
    Test number
    531023012650
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both fronts. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle and spring mounts. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,159 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,159 miles
    Test number
    261097019676
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail100,151 miles (+14,377)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    367178564553
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass85,774 miles (+8,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    366482860188
    • 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))

  5. Pass76,928 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,928 miles
    Test number
    582780347260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    938139250066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,144 miles (+577)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,144 miles
    Test number
    408007171381
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,567 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,567 miles
    Test number
    727105314831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail74,567 miles (+2,339)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,567 miles
    Test number
    964505793118
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass72,228 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,228 miles
    Test number
    761864704469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail72,228 miles (+1,287)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,228 miles
    Test number
    845033882661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/55r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing not tested
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% variant across the axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass70,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    70,941 miles
    Test number
    610801363503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  13. Fail70,941 miles (+3,443)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,941 miles
    Test number
    922607474560
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  14. Pass67,498 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    202152607579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slight deteriorated

  15. Fail67,498 miles (+13,215)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    354727765888
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both side (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slight deteriorated

  16. Pass54,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,283 miles
    Test number
    579631780538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,283 miles (+2,845)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,283 miles
    Test number
    143222744090
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking at petrol tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  18. Pass51,438 miles (+9,097)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,438 miles
    Test number
    816956719923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,341 miles (+14,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,341 miles
    Test number
    296976205835
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are slightly worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded and leaking slightly

  20. Pass27,721 miles (+8,148)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,721 miles
    Test number
    187668365110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,573 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,573 miles
    Test number
    349176633372
    • NoteRear silencer coroded and leaking
    • NoteTyre walls perished

  22. Fail19,573 miles (+3,345)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,573 miles
    Test number
    797306733331
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteRear silencer coroded and leaking
    • NoteTyre walls perished

  23. Fail16,228 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,228 miles
    Test number
    847516632358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass16,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    16,228 miles
    Test number
    865556232372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 RBM

Does Y18 RBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 RBM is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 RBM?
The MOT on Y18 RBM is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 RBM done?
Y18 RBM was recorded at 102,402 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 6,231 miles a year.
Has Y18 RBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 RBM has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 RBM 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 RBM find?
Y18 RBM passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts.; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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