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PB54 SMB

2009 Fiat 500

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,535 mi
Last recorded43,535 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB54 SMB
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 43,535 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 43,535 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 43,516 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush bonding failed (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

no rear washers

Pass 30 Apr 2025 41,770 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to de bonding, just ok at time test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lagging slightly (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

no reverse lights

Pass 2 May 2024 39,848 miles

all 4 tyres are cracking in tread and the front ones are worn on the inner edges

Pass 26 Apr 2023 38,647 miles

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shockers lightly misting (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Reverse lamp inoperative

Rear Wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2022 38,187 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shock absorbers have a slight weep (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre has slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear High level stop lamp some bulbs inoperative

Rear Reverse lamp inoperative

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 38,185 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Axle spring mounting has a hole of corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shock absorbers have a slight weep (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre has slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle badly corroded

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

Rear High level stop lamp some bulbs inoperative

Rear Reverse lamp inoperative

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 37,492 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 36,691 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,930 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 32,541 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 26,821 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 22,187 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 17,565 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 14,058 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,740 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 8,453 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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PB54 SMB is a 2009 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PB54 SMB, 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 PB54 SMB registered?

PB54 SMB is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is PB54 SMB safe to buy?

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