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VN61 XAK

2011 Fiat 500 L

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,111 mi
Last recorded58,111 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Fiat 500 L49,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 XAK
MakeFiat
Model500 L
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 58,111 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 58,105 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 54,935 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 53,828 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Aug 2021 51,330 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 51,330 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,299 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,527 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside rear (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 37,712 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 35,540 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 32,806 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,656 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 28,563 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VN61 XAK is a 2011 Fiat 500 L in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 Fiat 500 L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN61 XAK, 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 15 years old, this Fiat 500 L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN61 XAK?

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What year was VN61 XAK registered?

VN61 XAK is a 2011 Fiat 500 L, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is VN61 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN61 XAK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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