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RSX 138J

2002 Fiat 500 L

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

964 mi
Last recorded964 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 138J
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 964 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 964 miles

Intermediate drop arm pivot housing casing fixing holes in chassis elongated (2.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 872 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 520 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 99,855 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 99,855 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 98,907 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 97,742 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 97,742 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 97,538 miles

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 97,538 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 97,413 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 96,510 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 96,000 miles

carried out brake test using taplet meter vehicle to narrow to fit on brake rollers may result in damage to inner tyre area on all 4 wheels

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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RSX 138J is a 2002 Fiat 500 L in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RSX 138J, 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 24 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 RSX 138J registered?

RSX 138J is a 2002 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is RSX 138J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSX 138J shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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