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VO59 UCV

2009 Fiat 500

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

106,956 mi
Last recorded106,956 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO59 UCV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 106,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached damage (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime lamp loose

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 103,722 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 103,722 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 103,472 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 97,115 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front drivers door handle insecure

Pass 15 Sep 2022 90,124 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 90,124 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust back box corroded and blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 84,325 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working removed (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 84,325 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 78,964 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 73,458 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 73,458 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 67,112 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 67,111 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 61,876 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 61,876 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 55,537 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 48,877 miles

offside front brake hose twisted slightly

Pass 4 Sep 2014 42,611 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 35,703 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,703 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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VO59 UCV is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 VO59 UCV, 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.

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What year was VO59 UCV registered?

VO59 UCV is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is VO59 UCV safe to buy?

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