2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · WP16 VRM
2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, diesel). First registered 10 May 2016. Recorded mileage 91,549 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500X
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,549 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
WP16 VRM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2024
- 91,549 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
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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.
WP16 VRM Mileage History
- 03/10/202271,962 mi
- 27/10/202380,463 mi+8,501 mi
- 28/10/202380,464 mi+1 mi
- 30/10/202491,548 mi+11,084 mi
- 30/10/202491,549 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 9,435 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WP16 VRM 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 (WP16 VRM) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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