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RE59 XDS

2009 Fiat 500

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,830 mi
Last recorded96,830 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 XDS
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 96,830 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 95,600 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2025 95,600 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 93,825 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 93,822 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 88,735 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 88,735 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 80,212 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 71,542 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 66,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 63,592 miles

both front tyres worn low/bald on edges close to cords - 175/65R14 82T

both rear tyres cracking and perished - 175/65R14 82T

Pass 2 Mar 2018 61,052 miles

Offside Front tyre is heavily worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Mar 2017 58,632 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 50,320 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 33,596 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 31,885 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Oct 2013 25,964 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 20,802 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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RE59 XDS is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol 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 RE59 XDS, 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 RE59 XDS registered?

RE59 XDS is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is RE59 XDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 XDS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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