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WP59 GDV

2009 Fiat 500

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

95,837 mi
Last recorded95,837 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Fiat 50055,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP59 GDV
MakeFiat
Model500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 95,837 miles

Oil leak engine sump corroded ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Dec 2016 95,826 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak engine sump corroded ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 76,913 miles

Nearside Rear chid seat fitted

Fail 3 Dec 2015 76,913 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear chid seat fitted

Rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 11 Dec 2014 58,892 miles

drivers outer door handle loose but servisable at time of test

Fail 10 Dec 2014 58,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

drivers outer door handle loose but servisable at time of test

Pass 18 Dec 2013 48,021 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear box deteriorated

Pass 21 Dec 2012 37,033 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2012 37,032 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside rear wheel slightly binding

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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WP59 GDV is a 2009 Fiat 500 in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WP59 GDV, 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 WP59 GDV registered?

WP59 GDV is a 2009 Fiat 500, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is WP59 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP59 GDV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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