How much does a 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,737 (£145/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT?

The 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT has a 87% MOT pass rate based on 112 tests in 2026. This ranks 2988 out of 3373 cars from 2021.

FIAT 500L SPORT (2021)

Q: Is the 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 87% of FIAT 500L SPORTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 112 tests. That's 5 points above the national average of 82%.

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT?

The average mileage for a 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT is 21,287 miles, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 112 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

87%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Solid Option

87% pass rate, £1737/year to run. 5 points above average.

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Petrol1368cc5 years old112 tests21k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£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

87% 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%. It also outperforms the FIAT brand average of 83%.

At 5 years old, 87% of FIAT 500L SPORTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 112 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,287 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 cars2988th of 3,373(top 89%)

Rank among FIAT models365th of 818(top 45%)

vs national average+5%(82% avg)

vs 2021 cars average-5%(92% avg)

vs FIAT average+4%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

21,287

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT has 21,287 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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VAUXHALL CORSA

2019 · 1398cc Petrol

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NISSAN QASHQAI

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About the 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT

The 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 112 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 21,287 miles at 5 years old, FIAT 500L SPORT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 FIAT 500L SPORT Fuel Costs

The 1368cc 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 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT?

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 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT

At 5 years old, the FIAT 500L SPORT 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

Based on the 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2021 FIAT 500L SPORT stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
FIAT 500L SPORT(2021)	87%	£1137	£195	Grp 8-20	£1737
FORD FIESTA(2019)	91%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£337
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£155
VAUXHALL CORSA(2019)	88%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732-£5
NISSAN QASHQAI(2020)	93%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£155

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.