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BK09 DHV

2009 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,822 mi
Last recorded44,822 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 DHV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 44,822 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 42,120 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 41,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 36,977 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 36,977 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 34,051 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 31,474 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 29,885 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 29,885 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 27,638 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,813 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 26,812 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 24 May 2017 26,772 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 May 2016 25,950 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 24,692 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,692 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 21,725 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 21,725 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 15,918 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,276 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 9,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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BK09 DHV is a 2009 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 55,298 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 Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK09 DHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK09 DHV registered?

BK09 DHV is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is BK09 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 DHV shows 21 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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