Fiat Croma
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 198 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
75%
Total Tests
198
Best Year
2005 (84%)
Years Covered
3
About the Fiat Croma
The Fiat Croma has been tested 198 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (2005 to 2007), with an average pass rate of 75%. That's 7 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2005 model is the most reliable with a 84% pass rate from 32 tests. The 2007 model has the lowest at 67%. With a 17 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2005) averages 114,612 miles, while the newest (2007) averages 129,380 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Fiat brand average of 83%, the Croma is 8 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Fiat models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Fiat Croma by Year
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