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RK59 WGU

2009 Fiat 500

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,273 mi
Last recorded52,273 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 WGU
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 52,273 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2026 51,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 49,707 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also front flexi slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil also slight play in top mounting (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

front wipers slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2023 45,796 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 45,795 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 41,467 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also flexi slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 41,467 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also flexi slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear exhaust rubber slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2021 35,668 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 30,392 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 28,304 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 24,763 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 22,085 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,785 miles

advanced corrosion rear exhaust box

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 28 Aug 2015 16,934 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust back box corroded

nail nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,927 miles

r/reg plate poor condition.exhaust slightly corrodede

Pass 14 Sep 2013 12,935 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 11,033 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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RK59 WGU is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RK59 WGU, 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 RK59 WGU registered?

RK59 WGU is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 11 September 2009.

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