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MT09 VLP

2009 Fiat 500

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,467 mi
Last recorded53,467 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT09 VLP
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 53,467 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 50,357 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 46,341 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2020 42,477 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded/peeling

Fail 25 Jul 2020 42,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top bush debonded (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear silencer outer skin corroded/peeling

Pass 17 Jul 2019 37,949 miles

nearside screen washer faulty but providing sufficient water to clear screen

rear exhaust outer skin missing, slightly blowing at seams

Pass 11 Jul 2018 34,751 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 30,609 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished, not excessive at time of test

Offside Rear tyre perished, not excessive at time of test

Rear exhaust section corroded, not excessive at time of test

Pass 23 Jul 2016 26,727 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Jul 2015 24,454 miles

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Jul 2014 22,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,894 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,368 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

advise front brake pads low and discs worn

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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MT09 VLP is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MT09 VLP, 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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What year was MT09 VLP registered?

MT09 VLP is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is MT09 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT09 VLP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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