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MK09 LRV

2009 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,146 mi
Last recorded102,146 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 LRV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 102,146 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 89,112 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 83,741 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 81,163 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 81,130 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 73,967 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 68,783 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 68,783 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 63,337 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 63,337 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 57,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 57,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 51,719 miles

Nearside outer door handle insecure (still operates).

Offside rear tyre is splitting/cracking (no ply exposed).

Offside wiper smearing.

Rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 2 Mar 2013 38,651 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 38,651 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,395 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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MK09 LRV is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MK09 LRV, 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

How do I check the history of MK09 LRV?

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What year was MK09 LRV registered?

MK09 LRV is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is MK09 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 LRV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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