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EEL 541L

1973 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,916 mi
Last recorded48,916 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Fiat 50057,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 541L
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 48,916 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 48,851 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 48,812 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 48,775 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 48,611 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 48,360 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 48,007 miles

rear brake hose condition

Pass 21 Jul 2016 47,636 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 47,261 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 46,993 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 46,634 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 46,314 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 46,007 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 45,694 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 45,264 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 44,651 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 44,182 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 42,985 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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EEL 541L is a 1973 Fiat 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EEL 541L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 53 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EEL 541L?

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What year was EEL 541L registered?

EEL 541L is a 1973 Fiat 500, first registered on 7 March 1973.

Is EEL 541L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 541L shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEL 541L have outstanding finance?

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