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GV09 YPJ

2009 Fiat 500 C

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,095 mi
Last recorded72,095 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat 500 C50,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 YPJ
MakeFiat
Model500 C
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 72,095 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 66,594 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 61,315 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 55,132 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 48,249 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 44,139 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 44,139 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 40,929 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 37,654 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 37,654 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 31,360 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,344 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight damage to n/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 14 Jul 2015 22,732 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 16,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 12,657 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

dpf light on dash

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 C?

Based on 67,982 MOT tests across 4,583 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,059
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,583
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 555
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GV09 YPJ is a 2009 Fiat 500 C in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Fiat 500 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 50,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 615 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV09 YPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GV09 YPJ registered?

GV09 YPJ is a 2009 Fiat 500 C, first registered on 8 August 2009.

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The MOT history for GV09 YPJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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