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LT59 TVJ

2009 Abarth 500

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,321 mi
Last recorded88,321 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Abarth 50054,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT59 TVJ
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 88,321 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025
Pass 1 Aug 2024 82,763 miles

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

Rear metal brake discs getting rusty

Pass 11 Jul 2023 80,049 miles

both front tyres slightly deformed on inner edge of tread pattern

Pass 19 Jul 2022 76,170 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 72,798 miles

rear gearbox mounting bonding starting to come lose ,secure at present

Pass 15 Jul 2020 69,432 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 64,145 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 60,168 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 55,547 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 50,170 miles

Nearside Front day running light not working

Pass 29 Jul 2015 43,815 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 43,815 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 37,981 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 30,912 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,122 miles

How Reliable is the Abarth 500?

Based on 88,456 MOT tests across 6,683 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
4,666
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
6,683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 599
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 523
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LT59 TVJ is a 2009 Abarth 500 in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 54,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Abarth 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT59 TVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT59 TVJ registered?

LT59 TVJ is a 2009 Abarth 500, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is LT59 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT59 TVJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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