2008 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WF58 ACO
2008 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2008. Recorded mileage 116,394 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/01/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/07/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1242cc
WF58 ACO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2025
- 116,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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WF58 ACO Mileage History
- 05/01/2023105,351 mi
- 17/01/2024110,177 mi+4,826 mi
- 20/01/2024110,187 mi+10 mi
- 21/12/2024116,384 mi+6,197 mi
- 04/01/2025116,394 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 5,525 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF58 ACO MOT History
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 2008 Fiat 500 (WF58 ACO) between January 2023 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are 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: “Nearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2008 Fiat 500 comes with a challeng
When inspecting this Fiat 500, thoroughly review the documentary history of recent repairs, specifically checking invoices for the suspension components, steering rack joint, and braking system fixes noted in the 2024 and 2025 MOT tests. Negotiate on price to account for the ongoing oil leak and the corrosion observed on the rear coil springs and sump. Verify that the passenger door mechanism and parking brake operate correctly during a live inspection.
Ensure all electrical systems, including the headlamps which previously had lens defects, are fully functional. Because the vehicle has accumulated over 116,000 miles—substantially higher than the typical Fiat 500 benchmark—a pre-purchase independent mechanical inspection is strongly advised to gauge the true condition of the 1.25-litre engine and transmission.
The 1.242cc petrol engine sits in a relatively low insurance group and offers competitive fuel economy for city driving, keeping day-to-day fuel expenditure manageable. Road tax falls into standard bands for a small petrol hatchback of this era.
However, maintenance costs may run higher than average due to the vehicle's high mileage and the recurrence of wear-and-tear items such as suspension bushes, tyres, and coil springs. Expect typical annual running costs, encompassing fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance, to be in the region of £1,100 to £1,400.
Pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components; the MOT history notes previous wear on the MacPherson strut top bushes, suspension arm ball joints, and a slight play in the nearside front inner steering rack joint. Inspect the braking system thoroughly, verifying the condition of the rear brake hoses, ferrules, and parking brake efficiency, which have both been flagged in past tests.
Check underneath the vehicle for the reported oil leaks and transmission fluid seepage, as well as corrosion on the rear coil springs and the sump. Finally, test the front passenger door to ensure it opens smoothly from the outside, addressing a specific defect recorded in the December 2024 failure.
First registered in October 2008, this white Fiat 500 has covered 116,394 miles as of January 2025, placing its mileage significantly higher than the national model average of approximately 4,997 miles per year. The MOT record shows a history of significant interventions, including a failure in December 2024 for suspension wear, parking brake defects, and transmission fluid leaks, alongside another failure in January 2024. While it successfully passed its most recent test in January 2025, several recurring advisories remain.
The Fiat 500 has an aggregate MOT pass rate of 77.8% across over 314,000 analysed vehicles, with shock absorbers, tyres, and headlamps forming the most common failure reasons.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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