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2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · ML16 KWV

ML16 KWV

2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29/04/2016. Recorded mileage 27,578 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FIAT 500X
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07/10/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
27,578 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 07/10/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent test on October 8 2025 at 27,578 miles. This result showed no defects, indicating that the car currently meets minimum safety and environmental standards. Following a single failure recorded in October 2023, the vehicle has consistently passed annual inspections without advisory notices, suggesting that any previous issues were rectified and have not recur. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,758 miles per year. Data from the records shows consistent usage intervals, moving from 22,221 miles in 2022 to 27,578 miles in late 2025. This suggests short-distance commuting or infrequent use. While low mileage typically implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing stationary can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts or the oxidation of fluids. Because the MOT history lacks specific recurring mechanical advisories, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage storage. Check the brake discs for signs of surface corrosion or seized calipers, as vehicles that sit frequently often suffer from uneven braking. Examine the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or dry rot, which occurs due to age regardless of tread depth. Additionally, verify the structural integrity of the underbody to ensure that low mileage has not masked hidden corrosion developing over the decade.

ML16 KWV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2025
  • 27,578 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 Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

ML16 KWV Mileage History

  1. 08/10/202222,221 mi
  2. 03/10/202324,197 mi+1,976 mi
  3. 03/10/202324,197 mi
  4. 03/10/202425,763 mi+1,566 mi
  5. 08/10/202527,578 mi+1,815 mi

Average of roughly 1,785 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

ML16 KWV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
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 500X (ML16 KWV) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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