2017 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · PJ17 DTO
2017 Fiat 500X (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2017. Recorded mileage 69,213 miles. MOT valid until 08/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500X
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,213 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1598cc
PJ17 DTO Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2026
- 69,213 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
PJ17 DTO Mileage History
- 01/10/202030,507 mi
- 01/10/202030,507 mi
- 22/09/202135,414 mi+4,907 mi
- 22/09/202135,414 mi
- 28/09/202274,124 km
- 29/09/202352,342 mi
- 29/09/202352,343 mi+1 mi
- 30/08/202459,266 mi+6,923 mi
- 30/08/202459,266 mi
- 29/08/202567,089 mi+7,823 mi
- 07/09/202669,213 mi+2,124 mi
- 10/09/202669,213 mi
Average of roughly 6,515 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
PJ17 DTO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Fiat 500X (PJ17 DTO) between March 2020 and September 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”.
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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