2013 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · RS52 KAT
2013 Fiat 500L (1.2L, diesel). First registered 11/07/2013. Recorded mileage 83,218 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500L
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,218 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1248cc
RS52 KAT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 83,218 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: 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
RS52 KAT Mileage History
- 27/07/202260,858 mi
- 25/07/202364,073 mi+3,215 mi
- 22/07/202472,028 mi+7,955 mi
- 23/06/202583,218 mi+11,190 mi
- 23/06/202583,218 mi
Average of roughly 7,689 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RS52 KAT 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 2013 Fiat 500L (RS52 KAT) between July 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 2025 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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (RS52 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as RS52KAT.
AUDI
A1
BMW
R 1250 RS SE
LEXUS
CT
JAGUAR
XF
FORD
TRANSIT
MERCEDES-BENZ
SLK
FORD
FOCUS
HYUNDAI
I10
AUDI
Q5
FORD
FOCUS
AUDI
RS 5 CARBON BLACK TFSI QUAT A
AUDI
A5