2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · SA16 BAF
2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 122,182 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500X
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,182 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA16 BAF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 122,182 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.
SA16 BAF 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 500X (SA16 BAF) between July 2022 and August 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.
SA16 BAF Mileage History
- 15/07/202260,399 mi
- 25/07/202374,777 mi+14,378 mi
- 01/08/202490,823 mi+16,046 mi
- 23/07/2025106,089 mi+15,266 mi
- 10/08/2026122,182 mi+16,093 mi
Average of roughly 15,176 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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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- 1.4 MultiAir Actuator FailureSerious
The hydraulic valve unit is a known weak point on the 1.4 Turbo engines used in the 500X.
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) FailureModerate
The rear calipers or the EPB control module can fail, often caused by moisture ingress.
- Electrical glitches and warning-light cascadesModerate
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.
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