Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV (2022)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 43 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol999cc4 years old43 tests10k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/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

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Fiat brand average of 83%.

95% of MOT tests on Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEVs from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 43 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 10,228 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 models569th of 1,057(bottom half)

Rank among Fiat models131st of 788(top 17%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2022 models average+1%(94% avg)

vs Fiat average+12%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

10,228

Average miles

14,800

Expected for age

The average 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV had 10,228 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	95%	43	10,228 mi
2021	93%	732	16,623 mi
2020	100%	36	22,415 mi

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About the 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV

The 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV is a city car. Our records list a 999cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 43 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 10,228 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 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 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV

At 4 years old, the Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 43 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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.

Coil Pack Failure

Low risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

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 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV 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 500 C Dolcevita MHEV(2022)	95%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
MINI Cooper(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Ford Fiesta(2020)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Nissan Qashqai(2021)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853+£223
Audi Q2(2020)	94%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same

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 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV

Is the 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEVs ended in a pass, from 43 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 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 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV?

95% of 43 MOT tests on the 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 569th of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (bottom half).

What is the average mileage for a 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Fiat 500 C Dolcevita MHEV is 10,228 miles, which is below the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.