Fiat 500 Star (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 2,248 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1242cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol1242cc6 years old2,248 tests34k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1242cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/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

89% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Fiat brand average of 83%.

89% of MOT tests on Fiat 500 Stars from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 2,248 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 33,737 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models1915th of 2,554(bottom half)

Rank among Fiat models293rd of 788(top half)

vs average of all models+7%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-3%(92% avg)

vs Fiat average+6%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

33,737

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Fiat 500 Star had 33,737 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 90%, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Fiat 500 Star by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2020	89%	2,248	33,737 mi
2019	90%	1,552	25,572 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Fiesta

2018 · 998cc Petrol

£1,630/year

90%

+1%

Volkswagen Golf

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

92%

+3%

Vauxhall Corsa

2018 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

85%

-4%

Nissan Qashqai

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£1,780/year

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About the 2020 Fiat 500 Star

The 2020 Fiat 500 Star is a small family car. Our records list a 1242cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 2,248 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 33,737 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Fiat 500 Star owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Fiat 500 Star 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 £1,398 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 2020 Fiat 500 Star?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2020 Fiat 500 Star

At 6 years old, the Fiat 500 Star offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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.

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 2020 Fiat 500 Star 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 Star(2020)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£373
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£150
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003same
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223

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 2020 Fiat 500 Star

Is the 2020 Fiat 500 Star reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 89% of MOT tests on 2020 Fiat 500 Stars ended in a pass, from 2,248 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 7 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Fiat 500 Star cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Fiat 500 Star?

89% of 2,248 MOT tests on the 2020 Fiat 500 Star ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1915th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom half).

Which year Fiat 500 Star has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Fiat 500 Star has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2020 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 2020 Fiat 500 Star?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Fiat 500 Star is 33,737 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.