FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 198 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
198
Avg Mileage
15,159 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FIAT brand average of 83%.
At 3 years old, 95% of FIAT 500 C STAR MHEVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 198 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,159 miles.
How does the 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV has 15,159 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV 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 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV
The 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 198 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 15,159 miles at 3 years old, FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 FIAT 500 C STAR 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 £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 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 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV
The FIAT 500 C STAR MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-4%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-7%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 52,140 tests