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DX16 VAJ

2016 Fiat 500L

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,949 mi
Last recorded42,949 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat 500L38,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX16 VAJ
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 42,949 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2026 42,949 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 36,034 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 31,947 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 31,929 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 28,755 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 21,718 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 21,158 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split,advise replacement (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre perished and cracking,advise replacement

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split,advise replacement (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside rear quarter panel damaged but no sharp edges

TPMS light on indicating low tyre pressure

Pass 3 Apr 2020 20,701 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 16,669 miles

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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DX16 VAJ is a 2016 Fiat 500L in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Fiat 500L models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX16 VAJ, 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 10 years old, this Fiat 500L is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX16 VAJ?

You can check the full history of DX16 VAJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX16 VAJ registered?

DX16 VAJ is a 2016 Fiat 500L, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is DX16 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX16 VAJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX16 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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