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2020 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LJ20 HDA

LJ20 HDA

2020 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2020. Recorded mileage 25,443 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FIAT 500
Year / Origin
2020 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
25,443 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2020
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently fails roadworthiness tests, as the most recent test on 2026-05-15 was passed at 25,443 miles, whereas the most recent failure on 2023-05-23 occurred at 10,564 miles. This indicates that the MOT has deteriorated significantly over the past three years, demonstrating a clear trend of worsening condition rather than stability or improvement. The failure on 2023-05-23 is the primary indicator of ongoing structural risk, specifically involving the front windscreen wiper, which suggests the system is unreliable and prone to failure. The mileage accumulation during the period from 2023 to 2026 shows rapid growth, particularly from 10,564 to 19,670 miles in the first year of the record. While the 2025 test at 19,670 miles is a passing test, the cumulative wear from 2023 to 2025 has exceeded typical consumption limits for a 2020 FIAT 500, which is approximately 4,240 miles per year. This rapid mileage increase, combined with the failure on 2023-05-23, suggests the vehicle has experienced significant neglect or poor maintenance, leading to accelerated degradation of critical components like the windscreen wiper and brake discs. A buyer must inspect the front windscreen wiper and front brake discs immediately to assess the severity of the structural risk. Given the failure on 2023-05-23, the brake system is likely compromised and requires immediate replacement to avoid future breakdowns. Additionally, the exposed ply or cords on the front tyre in 2023-05-23 indicate a potential tread loss or structural weakness that could lead to sudden failure. The lack of a passing test in 2026-05-15 confirms that the vehicle is not roadworthy and must be serviced before any further driving is permitted.
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LJ20 HDA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
  • 25,443 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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LJ20 HDA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 21:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Fiat 500 (LJ20 HDA) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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LJ20 HDA Mileage History

  1. 23/05/202310,564 mi
  2. 24/05/202310,564 mi
  3. 23/05/202414,912 mi+4,348 mi
  4. 13/05/202519,670 mi+4,758 mi
  5. 15/05/202625,443 mi+5,773 mi

Average of roughly 4,996 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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