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2016 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · MJ66 YRT

MJ66 YRT

2016 Fiat 500L (1.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 63,685 miles. MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
FIAT 500L
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
63,685 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's current roadworthiness status is currently failing, with a clear deterioration trend evident from the most recent MOT test conducted on 2025-12-29. The tester flagged binding rear brakes as the primary issue at 63,685 miles, indicating that the mechanical integrity of the braking system has degraded significantly over the last two years. This failure has not been resolved, suggesting that the owner has not adequately maintained the critical components within the last six months, leading to a progressive loss of safety. The mileage pattern shows a clear gap between the two most recent tests, with a substantial accumulation of 13,558 miles between the 2025-12-27 and 2024-12-31 tests. This rapid mileage increase suggests that the owner has likely engaged in aggressive driving or reduced maintenance, resulting in accelerated wear on the suspension bushings, coil springs, and brake components. The consistent failure to pass the MOT at 63,685 miles despite the vehicle's age reinforces the conclusion that basic upkeep has been skipped, and the vehicle remains in a state of unassessed risk. Given the recurring faults and structural risks identified in the history, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain. The front brake disc, which has been worn and scored in both 2024-12-31 and 2024-02-01, is a serious structural risk that requires immediate repair or replacement to prevent further catastrophic failure. Additionally, the excessive damage to the track rod end ball joint dust cover indicates that the suspension system may be compromised, necessitating a full suspension inspection to determine if the bushings or springs are the source of the binding condition.

MJ66 YRT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/12/2025
  • 63,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

MJ66 YRT Mileage History

  1. 01/02/202448,175 mi
  2. 31/12/202455,127 mi+6,952 mi
  3. 31/12/202455,127 mi
  4. 27/12/202563,681 mi+8,554 mi
  5. 29/12/202563,685 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 8,125 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MJ66 YRT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 09:38
MOT Analysis

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 (MJ66 YRT) between February 2024 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 December 2025 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: Brakes (5 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress ”.

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