2016 Fiat 500L 1.4L Petrol · RO16 VTU
2016 Fiat 500L (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2016. Recorded mileage 66,469 miles. MOT valid until 17/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,469 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1368cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RO16 VTU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 66,469 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: Good
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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RO16 VTU Mileage History
- 17/04/202356,956 mi
- 18/04/202460,578 mi+3,622 mi
- 31/03/202563,587 mi+3,009 mi
- 01/04/202563,600 mi+13 mi
- 23/03/202666,469 mi+2,869 mi
Average of roughly 3,244 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RO16 VTU 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 (RO16 VTU) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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