2014 Fiat 500L 1.6L Diesel · PH53 JLH
2014 Fiat 500L (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09/04/2014. Recorded mileage 60,361 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,361 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2014
- Engine
- 1598cc
PH53 JLH Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/06/2023
- 60,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat 500L
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
PH53 JLH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2014 Fiat 500L (PH53 JLH) between June 2023 and June 2023.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 June 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Common Problems: FIAT 500L
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Dualogic Actuator / Clutch Failure(Serious)
The automated manual gearbox struggles with the weight of the 500L, leading to premature clutch wear and actuator faults.
- TwinAir oil consumption and drive-belt failure(Moderate)
The 0.9 TwinAir engine is sensitive to oil quality and level. Excessive oil consumption and small oil leaks can cause the drive belt to deteriorate or snap, potentially damaging the alternator and other ancillaries. Regular oil checks and belt inspections are essential.
- DPF clogging on diesel models(Moderate)
The 1.3 MultiJet diesel requires regular motorway use to keep its DPF regenerating. Short urban journeys cause the filter to clog, triggering limp mode and expensive forced-regeneration or replacement work.
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