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2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · RE13 SZO

RE13 SZO

2013 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 26,958 miles. MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
FIAT 500
Year / Origin
2013 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
26,958 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Dec 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last four years. The most recent test on 16 December 2025 at 26,958 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, despite an initial failure on the same day. This suggests a minor issue was identified and immediately rectified prior to the retest, indicating a vehicle that currently meets all mechanical and structural requirements for UK road use. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 2,100 miles per annum. Between December 2022 at 23,031 miles and December 2025 at 26,958 miles, the car covered just 3,927 miles. This consistent low-use profile indicates minimal mechanical wear on the engine, gearbox, and drivetrain components. However, such low annual mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluids rather than mileage-related fatigue. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of components that suffer from long periods of standing stationary. Check for cracking or perish in the suspension bushes and wiper blades, as well as the hardening of the tyres despite deep tread depth. Given the low usage, inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers which can occur when vehicles are sidelined. Additionally, verify the chassis for early structural rust, as the age of the Fiat 500 remains constant regardless of the low miles driven.
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RE13 SZO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
  • 26,958 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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RE13 SZO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 12:14
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 2013 Fiat 500 (RE13 SZO) between December 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
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ADVISORY

RE13 SZO Mileage History

  1. 14/12/202223,031 mi
  2. 22/12/202324,138 mi+1,107 mi
  3. 18/12/202425,502 mi+1,364 mi
  4. 16/12/202526,958 mi+1,456 mi
  5. 16/12/202526,958 mi

Average of roughly 1,306 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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