2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FY66 DFC
2016 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 14 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 89,920 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,920 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY66 DFC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 89,920 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY66 DFC 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 500 (FY66 DFC) between May 2025 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 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: Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”.
FY66 DFC Mileage History
- 12/05/202566,215 mi
- 08/05/202685,974 mi+19,759 mi
- 08/05/202685,974 mi
- 20/07/202689,909 mi+3,935 mi
- 24/07/202689,920 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 19,773 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Fiat Fiat 500 Facelift / Hybrid
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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- MultiAir / TwinAir Actuator FailureSerious
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