FIAT SEICENTO (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 481 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
481
Avg Mileage
58,720 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,740
Is the 2001 FIAT SEICENTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.
At 23 years old, 66% of FIAT SEICENTOs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 481 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 58,720 miles.
How does the 2001 FIAT SEICENTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 FIAT SEICENTO has 58,720 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a FIAT SEICENTO?
The most reliable year is the 1998 model with a 75% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2001 sits between the two at 66%.
How much does a 2001 FIAT SEICENTO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FIAT SEICENTO by Year
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About the 2001 FIAT SEICENTO
The 2001 FIAT SEICENTO is a city car with a 1108cc petrol engine. 481 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 58,720 miles at 23 years old, FIAT SEICENTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2001 FIAT SEICENTO Fuel Costs
The modest 1108cc 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 2001 FIAT SEICENTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
FIAT SEICENTO Reliability Trend
The FIAT SEICENTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 FIAT SEICENTO
At 23 years old, the FIAT SEICENTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1998 model has the highest pass rate at 75%.
Alternatives to the 2001 FIAT SEICENTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+5%) from 29,898 tests
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+6%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+2%) from 22,313 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2003) 67% pass rate (+1%) from 21,166 tests