AN08 SXC

2008 FIAT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FIAT
Year
2008
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1368 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 1 October 2020
Last recorded mileage
29,188 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 60/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Fiat has 14 MOT tests on record with a 57% pass rate and 29,188 miles. However, the vehicle's age, combined with a history of recurring headlamp issues and a significant head gasket risk, warrants careful consideration.

The vehicle shows consistent, low annual mileage averaging 7,141 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, indicating normal usage.

Things to check

  • 2013-06-25: Failed MOT for headlamp aim and insufficient washer liquid, though immediately rectified.
  • 2008: Vehicle is 18 years old, carrying inherent age-related wear and potential maintenance costs.
  • Head Gasket: Known model-specific weakness for this 1.4L petrol engine, a significant long-term risk.
  • Euro NCAP: 3-star safety rating for a 2017 model, not the 2008 Fiat 500, indicating a discrepancy.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Mileage: Consistent, low annual mileage averaging 7,141 miles/year, suggesting light use.
  • MOT History: Single 2013 failure for headlamps and washer, immediately rectified, shows responsive ownership.
  • No Recurring Failures: No pattern of repeated system failures, indicating general mechanical soundness.

Mileage history

Jun 2011: 29,188 mi PASSJun 2011: 29,188 mi FAILJun 2012: 35,206 mi PASSJun 2013: 42,051 mi FAILJun 2013: 42,051 mi PASSJun 2014: 48,892 mi PASSJun 2015: 55,810 mi FAILJun 2015: 55,812 mi PASSJun 2016: 62,242 mi FAILJun 2016: 62,242 mi PASSJun 2017: 71,274 mi FAILJun 2017: 71,275 mi PASSApr 2019: 80,401 mi FAILApr 2019: 80,401 mi PASS80k55k29kJun 2011Apr 2019

MOT test history — 8/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2011 PASS 29,188 mi None recorded
Jun 2011 FAIL 29,188 mi
PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Jun 2012 PASS 35,206 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Jun 2013 FAIL 42,051 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
FAIL Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL An item not tested (Manual)
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
USER ENTERED nearside & offside dip beam aim on upper limit
USER ENTERED slight gearbox oil leak
USER ENTERED front & rear brakes slightly out of balance
Jun 2013 PASS 42,051 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
USER ENTERED slight gearbox oil leak
USER ENTERED front & rear brakes slightly out of balance
Jun 2014 PASS 48,892 mi
USER ENTERED near side rear tyre perished
USER ENTERED off side rear tyre perished
Jun 2015 FAIL 55,810 mi
FAIL Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
USER ENTERED N/S/F tyre age cracked ***Strong*** Advisory
USER ENTERED Oil leak
USER ENTERED Stalk handle faulty when press for washers but it does work
Jun 2015 PASS 55,812 mi
USER ENTERED Oil leak
USER ENTERED Stalk handle faulty when press for washers but it does work
Jun 2016 FAIL 62,242 mi
PRS Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Jun 2016 PASS 62,242 mi None recorded
Jun 2017 FAIL 71,274 mi
FAIL Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Jun 2017 PASS 71,275 mi None recorded
Apr 2019 FAIL 80,401 mi
PRS Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
PRS Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Apr 2019 PASS 80,401 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration AN08 SXC, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.