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RJ59 FMX

2009 Abarth 500

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,674 mi
Last recorded51,674 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Abarth 50054,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 FMX
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 51,674 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front are worn deep lips on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting close to limit 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 45,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/40x17 pirelli (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 45,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/40x17 pirelli (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 39,255 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 38,096 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 37,332 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 36,029 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 34,550 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 33,344 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 30,763 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 27,108 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 23,856 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 20,654 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 16,884 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 12,817 miles

How Reliable is the Abarth 500?

Based on 88,456 MOT tests across 6,683 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
4,666
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
6,683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 599
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 523
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RJ59 FMX is a 2009 Abarth 500 in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 54,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Abarth 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ59 FMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Abarth 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJ59 FMX?

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What year was RJ59 FMX registered?

RJ59 FMX is a 2009 Abarth 500, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is RJ59 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ59 FMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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