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BT11 XYB

2011 Fiat 500 L

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

81,531 mi
Last recorded81,531 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Fiat 500 L49,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT11 XYB
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 81,531 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear corrosion to rear axle

Pass 18 Oct 2024 81,486 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 78,299 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 78,299 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 72,634 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 72,627 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak mid section to cat joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Fuel pipe leaking at tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2020 63,283 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 56,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 56,198 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 49,511 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 49,510 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2017 43,211 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 39,757 miles

N/S wiper blade split

N/S/F day running light not working

Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,044 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 26,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 17,206 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500 L?

Based on 57,177 MOT tests across 4,612 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,577
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
4,612
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 663
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BT11 XYB is a 2011 Fiat 500 L in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2011 Fiat 500 L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,176 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT11 XYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 L typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 15 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT11 XYB registered?

BT11 XYB is a 2011 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 30 June 2011.

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