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BG61 VRU

2011 Abarth 500

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,372 mi
Last recorded36,372 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 2011 Abarth 50049,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 VRU
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 36,372 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,149 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 29,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

How Reliable is the Abarth 500?

Based on 88,456 MOT tests across 6,683 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
4,666
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
6,683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 599
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 523
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BG61 VRU is a 2011 Abarth 500 in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 49,717 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Abarth 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG61 VRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Abarth 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG61 VRU?

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What year was BG61 VRU registered?

BG61 VRU is a 2011 Abarth 500, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is BG61 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 VRU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG61 VRU have outstanding finance?

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