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DX16 VAY

2016 Fiat 500L

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,989 mi
Last recorded5,989 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat 500L38,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX16 VAY
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 5,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 5,851 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 5,518 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 5,276 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 4,856 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides tread cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 4,345 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 3,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 2,836 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 VAY is a 2016 Fiat 500L in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VAY, 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

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What year was DX16 VAY registered?

DX16 VAY is a 2016 Fiat 500L, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is DX16 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX16 VAY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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