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DG59 DXX

2009 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

84,289 mi
Last recorded84,289 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 DXX
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 84,289 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 84,288 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 83,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 78,275 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 78,242 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 77,109 miles

Front Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 73,067 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 73,067 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 70,406 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 70,406 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 68,409 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 68,409 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2019 67,089 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 61,734 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 61,734 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 54,868 miles

Exhaust backbox corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 54,821 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust backbox corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 48,455 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 46,087 miles

nearside rear tyre 1.6mm and slightly perished

offside rear tyre close to limit and slightly perished

rear exhaust section deteriorated

Pass 15 Sep 2014 41,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 36,197 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 29,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 29,991 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DG59 DXX is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 DG59 DXX, 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 DG59 DXX registered?

DG59 DXX is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DG59 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 DXX shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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