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WP09 CWV

2009 Fiat 500

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

160,598 mi
Last recorded160,598 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 CWV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 160,598 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 160,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 160,582 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering wheel rim fractured nail in tyre as well (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision hasp not working correctly (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected also windscreen cracked n/s in swept area (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. imbalance 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated also retaing clip missing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front brake binding slightly

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

Oil leak, but not excessive also oil light flashing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 159,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 130,820 miles

parking brake only just meets minimum requirements

Pass 24 May 2017 124,266 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 124,249 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak from engine ()

Pass 10 Dec 2015 106,483 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 88,148 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 57,003 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 26 Jun 2013 56,527 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,380 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT STRUT BEARING SLIGHT LIFT.

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE INSIDE EDGE WORN.

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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WP09 CWV is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 WP09 CWV, 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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WP09 CWV is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 17 June 2009.

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