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FBY 489H

2004 Fiat 500 L

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,807 mi
Last recorded31,807 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 489H
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 31,807 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 31,142 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 30,586 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 30,131 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,338 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,296 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 27,535 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 27,532 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,868 miles

imported vehicle first used before 1965

Pass 7 Nov 2006 26,803 miles

left hand drive imported and declared new in 1964 and used abroad in 1964

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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FBY 489H is a 2004 Fiat 500 L in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FBY 489H, 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 22 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBY 489H registered?

FBY 489H is a 2004 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is FBY 489H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 489H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FBY 489H have outstanding finance?

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