2016 Fiat 500X 1.2L Diesel · E288 FAY
2016 Fiat 500X (1.2L, diesel). First registered 05/04/2016. Recorded mileage 73,713 miles. MOT valid until 06/09/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1248cc
E288 FAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2025
- 73,713 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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E288 FAY Mileage History
- 07/09/202260,850 mi
- 05/09/202365,025 mi+4,175 mi
- 05/09/202365,025 mi
- 05/09/202470,200 mi+5,175 mi
- 03/09/202573,713 mi+3,513 mi
Average of roughly 4,303 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
E288 FAY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Fiat 500X (E288 FAY) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: FIAT 500X
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.4 MultiAir Actuator Failure(Serious)
The hydraulic valve unit is a known weak point on the 1.4 Turbo engines used in the 500X.
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Failure(Moderate)
The rear calipers or the EPB control module can fail, often caused by moisture ingress.
- Electrical glitches and warning-light cascades(Moderate)
The 500X is prone to recurring electrical issues including random warning lights, infotainment freezes, climate-control display dropouts and stop-start system failures. These are often intermittent and hard to replicate at the dealer, making them frustrating to resolve.
- DDCT dual-clutch gearbox shudder(Moderate)
The DDCT (Dual Dry Clutch Transmission) used in some 500X models can develop shudder or hesitation at low speeds, particularly in heavy traffic. Software updates can help, but worn clutch packs eventually need hardware replacement.
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