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S88 GTY

2009 Abarth 500

Grey Other 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,727 mi
Last recorded118,727 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Abarth 50054,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 GTY
MakeAbarth
Model500
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 118,727 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 118,486 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 106,556 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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S88 GTY is a 2009 Abarth 500 in Grey with a 1,368cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S88 GTY, 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 S88 GTY?

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What year was S88 GTY registered?

S88 GTY is a 2009 Abarth 500, first registered on 2 February 2009.

Is S88 GTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 GTY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S88 GTY have outstanding finance?

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