FIAT 500 C SPORT (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
45
Avg Mileage
19,315 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FIAT brand average of 83%.
At 4 years old, 91% of FIAT 500 C SPORTs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,315 miles.
How does the 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT has 19,315 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT
The 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT is a small family car with a 1242cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 19,315 miles at 4 years old, FIAT 500 C SPORT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT 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 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT
At 4 years old, the FIAT 500 C SPORT 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 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 FIAT 500 C SPORT
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-1%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-6%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-4%) from 78,522 tests