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XTL 965L

1972 Fiat 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

707 mi
Last recorded707 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Fiat 50055,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTL 965L
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 707 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 668 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 668 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Underside vehicle painted/undersealed

Pass 16 Apr 2015 666 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 649 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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XTL 965L is a 1972 Fiat 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 55,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XTL 965L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 54 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XTL 965L?

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What year was XTL 965L registered?

XTL 965L is a 1972 Fiat 500, first registered on 27 September 1972.

Is XTL 965L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTL 965L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTL 965L have outstanding finance?

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