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MJ16 VCL

2016 Fiat 500L

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,479 mi
Last recorded55,479 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat 500L38,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ16 VCL
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 55,479 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 55,478 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 49,830 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 49,830 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2024 44,541 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,220 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 33,347 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 27,832 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 23,976 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 20,209 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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MJ16 VCL is a 2016 Fiat 500L in Grey 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 MJ16 VCL, 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 MJ16 VCL?

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What year was MJ16 VCL registered?

MJ16 VCL is a 2016 Fiat 500L, first registered on 27 April 2016.

Is MJ16 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ16 VCL 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.

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