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DP09 MRP

2009 Abarth 500

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

96,147 mi
Last recorded96,147 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Abarth 50054,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP09 MRP
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 96,147 miles

Offside Front Slight play in suspension top mount.

Fail 15 Apr 2019 96,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 88,823 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 88,818 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2017 76,391 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face. (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Fail 21 Apr 2017 76,391 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face. (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 62,938 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2016 62,938 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 48,160 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 48,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,068 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 42,658 miles

both rear brake discs inner faces corroded,

o.s.f washers jets poor patten.

Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,929 miles

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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DP09 MRP is a 2009 Abarth 500 in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DP09 MRP, 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

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What year was DP09 MRP registered?

DP09 MRP is a 2009 Abarth 500, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is DP09 MRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP09 MRP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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