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RV59 XXG

2009 Fiat 500

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,345 mi
Last recorded118,345 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 XXG
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 118,345 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 107,838 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 107,838 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 97,944 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 90,380 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 78,426 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 78,426 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 66,001 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 53,134 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 50,409 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 49,877 miles

Slight blow from down pipe

Fail 1 Oct 2014 49,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Slight blow from down pipe

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,621 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 39,621 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 31,353 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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RV59 XXG is a 2009 Fiat 500 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RV59 XXG, 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 RV59 XXG registered?

RV59 XXG is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is RV59 XXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 XXG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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