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FIAT 500 C (2014)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 1,150 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

81%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1242cc Petrol

Solid Option

81% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1242cc12 years old1,150 tests52k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1242cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1242cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

81% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 12 years old, 81% of FIAT 500 Cs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 1,150 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 52,168 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2014 cars383th of 562(top 68%)
Rank among FIAT models467th of 818(top 57%)
vs national average-1%(82% avg)
vs 2014 cars average+0%(81% avg)
vs FIAT average-2%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

52,168

Average miles

vs

88,800

Expected for age

The average 2014 FIAT 500 C has 52,168 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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FIAT 500 C by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201481%1,15052,168 mi
201377%1,02058,419 mi
201277%1,53067,489 mi
201175%2,66369,507 mi
201073%1,33872,257 mi
200970%82076,306 mi

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About the 2014 FIAT 500 C

The 2014 FIAT 500 C is a small family car with a 1242cc petrol engine. 1,150 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2014, the average MOT pass rate is 81%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 52,168 miles at 12 years old, FIAT 500 C owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2014 FIAT 500 C Fuel Costs

The 1242cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2014 FIAT 500 C?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

FIAT 500 C Reliability Trend

Newer FIAT 500 Cs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2014 FIAT 500 C

At 12 years old, the FIAT 500 C is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2014 FIAT 500 C's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

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 2014 FIAT 500 C stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
FIAT 500 C(2014)81%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2013)78%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827+£90
NISSAN QASHQAI(2016)83%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£347

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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