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HG61 JWU

2012 Abarth 500

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,329 mi
Last recorded81,329 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Abarth 50048,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 JWU
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 81,329 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 79,188 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 76,596 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 69,870 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 62,497 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 52,148 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 46,892 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 42,382 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 42,382 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 37,149 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 37,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 32,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 32,495 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 32,472 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HG61 JWU is a 2012 Abarth 500 in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,139 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 HG61 JWU, 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 14 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG61 JWU registered?

HG61 JWU is a 2012 Abarth 500, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is HG61 JWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 JWU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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