Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aixam Mega 500L Diesel car check
Is the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel reliable? We analysed 952 real MOT tests across 118 vehicles to find out.
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The Aixam Mega 500L Diesel is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering rack gaiter split, fog lamp missing and side repeater missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aixam Mega 500L Diesel.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aixam Mega 500L Diesel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aixam Mega 500L Diesel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aixam Mega 500L Diesel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aixam Mega 500L Diesel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 68 | 60.3% | 4,811 | 7,266 | 8,206 |
| 2006 | 335 | 66.0% | 6,834 | 11,450 | 15,431 |
| 2005 | 390 | 66.4% | 4,068 | 10,783 | 24,668 |
| 2004 | 152 | 67.1% | 4,006 | 9,852 | 16,076 |
How Long Does a Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Last?
Based on 118 Aixam Mega 500L Diesel vehicles on UK roads.
Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aixam Mega 500L Diesel MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Aixam Mega 500L Diesel
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.1% MOT pass rate from 152 tests
60.3% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Aixam Mega 500L Diesel is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.1% across 152 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aixam Mega 500L Diesel THIS CAR | 66.0% | 952 | 9,926 mi | 22 yrs |
| Aixam Crossline Super Luxe | 72.3% | 5,303 | 20,184 mi | 19 yrs |
| Aixam A751 Super Luxe | 71% | 3,683 | 19,500 mi | 21 yrs |
| Aixam Crossline | 75.1% | 3,121 | 15,744 mi | 19 yrs |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport Hse D MHEV A | 87.8% | 1,019 | 34,463 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aixam Crossline Super Luxe (72.3% pass rate) and the Aixam A751 Super Luxe (71.0% pass rate), the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aixam Mega 500L Diesel has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.0% across 952 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Aixam Mega 500L Diesel are steering rack gaiter split (79 recorded failures), fog lamp missing (53), and side repeater missing (36). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Aixam Mega 500L Diesel owner drives around 556 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Aixam Mega 500L Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.