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Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet reliable? We analysed 727 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 727 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.3%
Typical Mileage
64,903mi
Annual Mileage
6,391mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet.

Specifications

Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1598cc
Engine
105bhp
Power
11.3sec
0–62 mph
62.8mpg
Combined
117g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1598cc
Power
105 BHP
0–62 mph
11.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
62.8 mpg
Urban
52.3 mpg
Extra-urban
72.4 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1376

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
117 g/km Band C
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£30
Road tax (6 mo.)
£N/A
Insurance group
18 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,274 mi/yr
Typical
6,391 mi/yr
Average
7,208 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,303 mi/yr

Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
64,903 mi
75th Percentile
85,938 mi
95th Percentile
118,515 mi
Max Recorded
181,887 mi

How Does the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet THIS CAR 84.3% 727 64,903 mi — yrs
Fiat Punto 68.7% 6,712,102 61,468 mi 32 yrs
Fiat 500 76.9% 3,854,072 42,469 mi 18 yrs
Fiat Ducato 75% 1,962,737 48,690 mi 38 yrs
BMW 230I M Sport Auto 91.2% 464 22,670 mi — yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet?

The Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.3% across 727 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet owner drives around 6,391 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet reliable?
Based on 727 MOT tests, the Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet has a 84.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet do per year?
The typical Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet does around 6,391 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat 500L Lounge Multijet?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.