2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SC16 GAO
2016 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 25,968 miles. MOT valid until 03 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SC16 GAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 25,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SC16 GAO 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 500 (SC16 GAO) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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: “Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”.
SC16 GAO Mileage History
- 31/07/202318,502 mi
- 05/07/202421,270 mi+2,768 mi
- 05/07/202421,270 mi
- 29/07/202523,626 mi+2,356 mi
- 31/07/202625,968 mi+2,342 mi
Average of roughly 2,489 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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