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2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · WT16 KVD

WT16 KVD

2016 Fiat 500X (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2016. Recorded mileage 115,561 miles. MOT valid until 16/03/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
FIAT 500X
Year / Origin
2016 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 16/03/2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (16/05/2026)
Recorded Mileage
115,561 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

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 16/03/2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 16/05/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test on 23 February 2026 at 115,561 miles resulted in an initial failure due to both front position lamps, which were rectified immediately to allow for a clean pass with no recorded defects. The absence of any advisories across the previous three tests suggests that the mechanical and structural components have remained within acceptable tolerance levels during official inspections. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical annual usage for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 54,538 miles and February 2025 at 94,136 miles, the car covered 40,000 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The subsequent 21,425 miles recorded between the 2025 and 2026 tests indicate a recent increase in driving frequency. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, which often helps prevent the mechanical issues associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-mileage wear items common to the Fiat 500X at the 115,000-mile mark. While the MOT history shows no structural corrosion or brake failures, the mileage justifies a thorough check of suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of premature wear. Given the high mileage, verifying the condition of the brake discs and the thickness of the pads is essential as the MOT record does not measure remaining life on consumables. The recent bulb failure was a minor electrical issue and does not indicate a deeper systemic fault in the lighting system.

WT16 KVD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
  • 115,561 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

WT16 KVD Mileage History

  1. 22/02/202354,538 mi
  2. 19/02/202474,423 mi+19,885 mi
  3. 25/02/202594,136 mi+19,713 mi
  4. 23/02/2026115,561 mi+21,425 mi
  5. 23/02/2026115,561 mi

Average of roughly 20,322 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WT16 KVD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Jun 2026, 20:57
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 KVD) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 February 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: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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ADVISORY