Fiat 124 (2017)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,559 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol1368cc9 years old1,559 tests30k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Fiat brand average of 83%.

90% of MOT tests on Fiat 124s from 2017 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 7 years old. That's based on 1,559 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 30,222 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 models215th of 540(top half)

Rank among Fiat models264th of 788(top half)

vs average of all models+8%(82% avg)

vs 2017 models average+3%(87% avg)

vs Fiat average+7%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

30,222

Average miles

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2017 Fiat 124 had 30,222 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2018 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2017 scores 90%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Fiat 124 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2018	91%	2,276	27,218 mi
2017	90%	1,559	30,222 mi
2016	89%	1,250	35,420 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Fiesta

2015 · 998cc Petrol

£1,600/year

81%

-9%

Vauxhall Corsa

2015 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,153/year

78%

-12%

Ford Focus

2015 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,078/year

85%

-5%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

86%

-4%

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About the 2017 Fiat 124

The 2017 Fiat 124 is a small family car. Our records list a 1368cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,559 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 30,222 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Fiat 124 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2017 Fiat 124 Fuel Costs

The 1368cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 Fiat 124?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Fiat 124 Reliability Trend

The Fiat 124 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 Fiat 124

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 91%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 Fiat 124 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Fiat 124(2017)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£253
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£300
Ford Focus(2015)	85%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£225
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2017 Fiat 124

Is the 2017 Fiat 124 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 90% of MOT tests on 2017 Fiat 124s ended in a pass, from 1,559 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2017 Fiat 124 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2017 Fiat 124?

90% of 1,559 MOT tests on the 2017 Fiat 124 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 215th of 540 models first registered in 2017 (top half).

Which year Fiat 124 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2018 Fiat 124 has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2016 the lowest at 89%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2017 Fiat 124?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2017 Fiat 124 is 30,222 miles, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.