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FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT (2021)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 132 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

87%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Solid Option

87% pass rate, £1555/year to run. 5 points above average.

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Petrol999cc5 years old132 tests22k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,555
Per month£130/mo
Per week£30/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 TIPO CITY SPORTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 132 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,159 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 cars2980th of 3,373(top 88%)
Rank among FIAT models363th of 818(top 44%)
vs national average+5%(82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-5%(92% avg)
vs FIAT average+4%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

22,159

Average miles

vs

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2021 FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT has 22,159 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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About the 2021 FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT

The 2021 FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 132 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 88% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 22,159 miles at 5 years old, FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT 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 TIPO CITY SPORT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 130/month), broken down as £955 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 TIPO CITY SPORT

At 5 years old, the FIAT TIPO CITY 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 TIPO CITY SPORT's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

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 TIPO CITY SPORT stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
FIAT TIPO CITY SPORT(2021)87%£955£195Grp 1-8£1555
FORD FIESTA(2019)91%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£155
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£27
VAUXHALL CORSA(2019)88%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£177
MINI COOPER(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£27

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.

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