2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · C16 EAR
2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2016. Recorded mileage 48,478 miles. MOT valid until 14/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500X
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,478 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1598cc
C16 EAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 48,478 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat 500X
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
C16 EAR Mileage History
- 12/03/202440,682 mi
- 09/04/202543,709 mi+3,027 mi
- 09/04/202543,709 mi
- 08/04/202648,468 mi+4,759 mi
- 16/04/202648,478 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 3,723 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
C16 EAR 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 (C16 EAR) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))”.
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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