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SV59 RKY

2009 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,822 mi
Last recorded56,822 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 RKY
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 56,822 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2026 56,822 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 52,260 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 52,260 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 48,662 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 48,565 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 44,125 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 44,125 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water on screen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 32,004 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 24,556 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 16,574 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 9,401 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 5,284 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 5,284 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 5,285 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 5,280 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/f washer jet damaged (aim adjuster missing) but still providing liquid to windscreen

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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SV59 RKY is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV59 RKY, 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 SV59 RKY registered?

SV59 RKY is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is SV59 RKY safe to buy?

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