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SV09 SKX

2009 Fiat 500

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

60,419 mi
Last recorded60,419 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 SKX
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 60,419 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 60,192 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2015 52,815 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 52,737 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jan 2014 38,266 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 38,266 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Slight leak at flexible exhaust

Slight oil fill on both front shock absorbers

slight cracking on offside rear tyre tread

Pass 17 Feb 2012 23,071 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/f wiper blade torn at end but clearing screen

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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SV09 SKX is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV09 SKX, 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 SV09 SKX registered?

SV09 SKX is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is SV09 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 SKX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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