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LC59 BFU

2009 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

123,380 mi
Last recorded123,380 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 BFU
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 123,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens is cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded.

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens is cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 123,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner / outer edges bald and tyre worn close to 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded.

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald / very badly worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 102,805 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 84,825 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 84,825 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blades split. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner edge which has no tread / bald. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 68,669 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 68,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread lifting / out of shape. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 44,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 44,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 23,666 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Nov 2017 23,666 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2016 10,281 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Sep 2015 7,590 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 2,172 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 1,353 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 989 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 986 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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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LC59 BFU is a 2009 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LC59 BFU, 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.

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LC59 BFU is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 9 October 2009.

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