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DY16 UDU

2016 Fiat 500L

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,559 mi
Last recorded164,559 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2016 Fiat 500L38,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY16 UDU
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 164,559 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 ()

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 146,937 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 130,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 130,526 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to metal backing (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 113,907 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 93,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear bush started to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear bush started to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 93,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Won't adjust. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear bush started to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear bush started to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle Space saver fitted - changed for correct wheel. (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Changed o/s/front space saver & reset. (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 60,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Nail in tyre (Puncture) (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Unable to carry out full check on centre rear seat belt(stalk folded under seat).

Unable to check rear of rear seat belts( seats folded down).

Fail 18 Jun 2019 60,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left Adjusted at test. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Nail in tyre (Puncture) (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. Adjusted at test. (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Unable to carry out full check on centre rear seat belt(stalk folded under seat).

Unable to check rear of rear seat belts( seats folded down).

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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DY16 UDU is a 2016 Fiat 500L in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DY16 UDU, 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.

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What year was DY16 UDU registered?

DY16 UDU is a 2016 Fiat 500L, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is DY16 UDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY16 UDU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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