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PX59 SLZ

2009 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,147 mi
Last recorded50,147 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX59 SLZ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,147 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 48,913 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 47,376 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 47,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated with grease or brake fluid (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 44,807 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 44,806 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut likely to become detached top mounting corroded (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake reading low

Pass 27 Sep 2021 42,550 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 40,590 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 40,590 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 38,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 32,151 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 28,169 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 21,994 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 21,994 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 15,277 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 8,624 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 2,999 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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PX59 SLZ is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 PX59 SLZ, 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

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What year was PX59 SLZ registered?

PX59 SLZ is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is PX59 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX59 SLZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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