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2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · WT16 KDJ

WT16 KDJ

2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 84,164 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
FIAT 500X
Year / Origin
2016 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (22 May 2026)
Recorded Mileage
84,164 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 22 May 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Fiat 500X presents a current MOT pass dated 7 July 2026 at 84,164 miles, yet the test one day earlier on 6 July 2026 at 84,161 miles recorded a failure on defective seat belt retractors, tyre edge wear, embedded nails and worn front brake discs. That immediate rectification shows the vendor addressed faults to secure roadworthiness. The maintenance trend indicates serious structural defects from 30 July 2025, namely damaged and seriously weakened front anti-roll bars and rear brake discs, were resolved by the subsequent pass on 31 July 2025. Recurring suspension bush wear and tyre neglect persist across the record, suggesting inconsistent consumable upkeep rather than a worsening mechanical decline. Mileage advanced from 63,162 in the 2 April 2024 test to 75,919 by 31 July 2025, then to 84,161 on 6 July 2026. Those figures yield an average annual distance near 8,400 miles, consistent with typical use for a 2016 model. The 2025 examination slipped roughly three months beyond the April deadline, implying a short lapse in testing discipline. No abrupt accumulation or extended dormancy appears in the sequence. A buyer should personally inspect the rear suspension arm pins and bushes, as advisories for worn but non-excessive bushes appear at every test from April 2024 through July 2025. Examine front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers, with the July 2026 failure citing a compromised near side upper cover. Verify brake disc condition front and rear; the 2026 test noted front discs worn though not excessive, while the prior year required replacement of seriously weakened rear discs. Check all tyres for sidewall perishing, edge wear and embedded nails, defects repeated across the last two tests. Seat belt retracting mechanisms in the front and central rear positions must be functionally tested, given the recent failure. Confirm underbody repairs to the previously damaged front anti-roll bars through visual inspection for sound welding or new components. The pattern of failing on tyre tread in 2025 and tyre edge wear in 2026 suggests the previous owner deferred basic tyre rotation or replacement. Overall the vehicle stands roadworthy today but demands scrutiny of wear items and proof of structural repairs.
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WT16 KDJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
  • 84,164 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.

WT16 KDJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 07:25
MOT Analysis

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 (WT16 KDJ) between April 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 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: “Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))”; “Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))”; “Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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WT16 KDJ Mileage History

  1. 02/04/202463,162 mi
  2. 30/07/202575,919 mi+12,757 mi
  3. 31/07/202575,919 mi
  4. 06/07/202684,161 mi+8,242 mi
  5. 07/07/202684,164 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 9,286 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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