2016 Fiat 500X 1.4L Petrol · SP16 DOU
2016 Fiat 500X (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 97,574 km. MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500X
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 97,574 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP16 DOU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 97,574 km recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP16 DOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Fiat 500X (SP16 DOU) between May 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
SP16 DOU Odometer History
- 17/05/202246,792 mi
- 26/08/202352,542 mi+5,750 mi
- 22/08/202455,909 mi+3,367 mi
- 22/08/202597,574 km
Average of roughly 15,548 km per year across 4 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: 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.
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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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