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CU09 LXZ

2009 Fiat 500

Green Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,086 mi
Last recorded81,086 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU09 LXZ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 81,086 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 78,620 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 74,380 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 71,673 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 71,673 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 69,723 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 68,951 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,042 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 56,816 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 49,729 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 42,210 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 35,739 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 29,143 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,020 miles

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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CU09 LXZ is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Green with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CU09 LXZ, 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 CU09 LXZ registered?

CU09 LXZ is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is CU09 LXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU09 LXZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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