2016 Fiat 500L 1.4L Petrol · A18 KJR
2016 Fiat 500L (1.4L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 54,683 miles. MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,683 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
A18 KJR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 54,683 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
A18 KJR Mileage History
- 24/08/202333,492 mi
- 28/08/202439,360 mi+5,868 mi
- 29/08/202439,362 mi+2 mi
- 20/08/202546,591 mi+7,229 mi
- 28/08/202654,683 mi+8,092 mi
Average of roughly 7,037 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A18 KJR 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 500L (A18 KJR) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”.
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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- Dualogic Actuator / Clutch FailureSerious
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 failureModerate
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 modelsModerate
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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