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WM09 OXJ

2009 Fiat 500

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

43,641 mi
Last recorded43,641 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM09 OXJ
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 43,641 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

fuel tank heatshield corroded

sump corroded

underbody components corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2026 43,641 miles

Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability both (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

fuel tank heatshield corroded

sump corroded

underbody components corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2025 42,113 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 40,956 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 39,290 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 39,290 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 37,493 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 13 Jun 2022 37,493 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2021 36,187 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2020 35,373 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 17 Jun 2019 34,337 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 32,435 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 32,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 30,740 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 30,738 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 28,741 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre perished on outer sidewall

Fail 13 Jun 2014 23,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 23,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 19,784 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 19,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,306 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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WM09 OXJ is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 WM09 OXJ, 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 WM09 OXJ registered?

WM09 OXJ is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is WM09 OXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM09 OXJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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