2016 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · RA65 PDU
2016 Fiat 500L (1.2L, diesel). First registered 12/01/2016. Recorded mileage 54,512 miles. MOT valid until 11/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,512 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1248cc
RA65 PDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/01/2026
- 54,512 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
RA65 PDU Mileage History
- 04/01/202225,419 mi
- 06/01/202333,325 mi+7,906 mi
- 04/01/202442,248 mi+8,923 mi
- 08/01/202549,922 mi+7,674 mi
- 07/01/202654,512 mi+4,590 mi
Average of roughly 7,257 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RA65 PDU 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 500L (RA65 PDU) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: FIAT 500L
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Dualogic Actuator / Clutch Failure(Serious)
The automated manual gearbox struggles with the weight of the 500L, leading to premature clutch wear and actuator faults.
- TwinAir oil consumption and drive-belt failure(Moderate)
The 0.9 TwinAir engine is sensitive to oil quality and level. Excessive oil consumption and small oil leaks can cause the drive belt to deteriorate or snap, potentially damaging the alternator and other ancillaries. Regular oil checks and belt inspections are essential.
- DPF clogging on diesel models(Moderate)
The 1.3 MultiJet diesel requires regular motorway use to keep its DPF regenerating. Short urban journeys cause the filter to clog, triggering limp mode and expensive forced-regeneration or replacement work.
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