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GL13 RMU

2013 Abarth 500

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,213 mi
Last recorded57,213 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Abarth 50045,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 RMU
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 57,213 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2025 57,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 54,684 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 54,675 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 51,901 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 49,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 46,316 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle slight damage (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 44,034 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 42,118 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 39,405 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 36,753 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 32,687 miles

front brake pads worn close to wear indicator

front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 20 May 2016 23,407 miles

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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GL13 RMU is a 2013 Abarth 500 in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 45,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL13 RMU, 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 13 years old, this Abarth 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL13 RMU registered?

GL13 RMU is a 2013 Abarth 500, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is GL13 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL13 RMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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