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CV13 TFY

2013 Fiat 500L

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,951 mi
Last recorded146,951 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Fiat 500L54,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV13 TFY
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 146,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Sep 2025 146,946 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 143,209 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 143,195 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front suspension top mount bearing has rough movement

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 138,829 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 138,823 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 15 Jul 2022 131,087 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s daytime running light inop

Fail 11 Jul 2022 131,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s daytime running light inop

Pass 9 Jul 2021 109,723 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 83,331 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 77,907 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center at join (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front wiper blade split and leaving lines

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center at join (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center at join (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 67,804 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn at centre (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 56,301 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 54,301 miles

Offside Front Outer Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 44,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low outer edge 0.9mm

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 44,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low outer edge 0.9mm

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Fiat 500L?

Based on 209,749 MOT tests across 19,278 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,764
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
19,278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,767
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CV13 TFY is a 2013 Fiat 500L in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2013 Fiat 500L models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 54,867 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 500L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV13 TFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500L typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 13 years old, this Fiat 500L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV13 TFY registered?

CV13 TFY is a 2013 Fiat 500L, first registered on 30 July 2013.

Is CV13 TFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV13 TFY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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