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AE59 LXK

2009 Abarth 500

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,369 mi
Last recorded71,369 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Abarth 50054,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 LXK
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 71,369 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 71,357 miles

Nearside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 68,356 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 68,310 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2023 64,269 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 63,038 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 62,056 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 59,772 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 59,772 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 58,284 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 57,542 miles

Both front suspension legs very rusty

Pass 2 Oct 2017 47,410 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 42,330 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2-3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,502 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 38,502 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 34,405 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 29,299 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,785 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Abarth 500?

Based on 88,456 MOT tests across 6,683 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
4,666
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
6,683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 599
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 523
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AE59 LXK is a 2009 Abarth 500 in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Abarth 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 54,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Abarth 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE59 LXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Abarth 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Abarth 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE59 LXK?

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What year was AE59 LXK registered?

AE59 LXK is a 2009 Abarth 500, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AE59 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE59 LXK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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