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SA63 PLF

2013 Fiat 500 L

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,207 mi
Last recorded126,207 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Fiat 500 L55,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA63 PLF
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 126,207 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 125,899 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked to cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 109,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 109,506 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 92,268 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 81,715 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 72,753 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 66,399 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, worn on outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 58,064 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 21 Nov 2019 58,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Nov 2018 49,016 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front. (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and slightly distorted shoulders - 205/55/16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 37,310 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 37,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 27,597 miles

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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SA63 PLF is a 2013 Fiat 500 L in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Fiat 500 L models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 55,603 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 500 L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA63 PLF, 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 13 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SA63 PLF is a 2013 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 29 November 2013.

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