2013 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · AY13 YMD
2013 Fiat 500L (1.2L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 55,228 miles. MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AY13 YMD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/10/2022
- 55,228 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: Below Average
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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.
AY13 YMD Mileage History
- 12/10/202148,038 mi
- 07/10/202255,156 mi+7,118 mi
- 11/10/202255,228 mi+72 mi
Average of roughly 7,218 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
AY13 YMD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Fiat 500L (AY13 YMD) between October 2021 and October 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 October 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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