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KU59 LVJ

2009 Fiat 500

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

107,527 mi
Last recorded107,527 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 LVJ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 107,527 miles

underbody has been undersealed front-rear

Pass 26 Oct 2024 136,669 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 130,426 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 119,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 113,361 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 113,361 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 107,196 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 99,286 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,401 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 78,321 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 69,721 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box has slight leak (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 57,617 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 58,452 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 34,946 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 23,166 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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KU59 LVJ is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KU59 LVJ, 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 KU59 LVJ registered?

KU59 LVJ is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is KU59 LVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU59 LVJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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