Fiat Common MOT Problems (2026)
Fiat models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 1,429,905 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average Fiat MOT pass rate: 83%
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Avg pass rate
17%
Avg fail rate
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Fiat Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fiat Multipla | 33% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 2 | Fiat Sedici | 32% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 3 | Fiat Bravo | 31% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Fiat Seicento | 31% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Fiat Stilo | 31% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration |
Most Reliable Fiat Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fiat 500 Dolcevita MHEV | 94% | |
| 2 | Fiat 500 Launch Edition MHEV | 93% | |
| 3 | Fiat 500 Lounge MHEV | 92% | |
| 4 | Fiat 500 Star MHEV | 92% | |
| 5 | Fiat 500 Sport MHEV | 92% |
All Fiat Models by Fail Rate
Every Fiat model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panda | 2004 | 66% | 34% | |
| Doblo | 2003 | 66% | 34% | |
| Sedici | 2007 | 65% | 34% | |
| Doblo | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Seicento | 2003 | 65% | 33% | |
| Sedici | 2006 | 65% | 33% | |
| Stilo | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Doblo | 2002 | 65% | 33% | |
| Panda | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Punto | 2004 | 67% | 32% | |
| Bravo | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| Punto | 2003 | 65% | 32% | |
| Bravo | 2009 | 67% | 32% | |
| Doblo | 2005 | 68% | 32% | |
| Seicento | 2001 | 66% | 32% | |
| Panda | 2007 | 69% | 31% | |
| Panda | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| Bravo | 2007 | 67% | 31% | |
| Bravo | 2010 | 67% | 31% | |
| Bravo | 2011 | 69% | 31% | |
| Seicento | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| Punto | 2007 | 69% | 30% | |
| Punto | 2006 | 69% | 30% | |
| Panda | 2008 | 70% | 30% | |
| Punto | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| Stilo | 2006 | 69% | 30% | |
| Seicento | 1999 | 68% | 30% | |
| Punto | 2008 | 70% | 29% | |
| Doblo | 2007 | 70% | 29% | |
| Punto | 2002 | 70% | 29% | |
| Sedici | 2008 | 70% | 29% | |
| Bravo | 2012 | 69% | 29% | |
| Punto Evo | 2012 | 71% | 29% | |
| Sedici | 2009 | 70% | 29% | |
| Panda | 2009 | 72% | 28% | |
| Grande Punto | 2009 | 71% | 28% | |
| Grand Punto | 2009 | 71% | 28% | |
| Punto Evo | 2011 | 72% | 28% | |
| Doblo | 2006 | 71% | 28% | |
| Punto Evo | 2010 | 71% | 28% | |
| Grande Punto | 2010 | 72% | 28% | |
| Grand Punto | 2008 | 71% | 28% | |
| Qubo | 2010 | 72% | 28% | |
| Fiorino | 2010 | 71% | 28% | |
| 500 C | 2009 | 70% | 28% | |
| 500 | 2009 | 72% | 27% | |
| 500 | 2008 | 72% | 27% | |
| Panda | 2010 | 72% | 27% | |
| Punto | 2010 | 73% | 27% | |
| Punto | 2009 | 72% | 27% |
Showing top 50 of 200 model/year combinations. View all Fiat models
Fiat MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Fiat cars?
The most common MOT problems on Fiat cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Older Fiat diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. Of the Fiat models with at least 1,000 tests, the Fiat Multipla has the highest average fail rate at 33%.
Which Fiat model is the most reliable?
In our data, the Fiat 500 Dolcevita MHEV has the best MOT record of the Fiat models with at least 1,000 tests: 94% of its 6,038 MOT tests ended in a pass and 6% in a fail. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Fiat?
The average MOT pass rate for Fiat is 83%, based on 1,429,905 MOT tests across 164 models (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 17% of MOT tests on Fiat cars ended in a fail.
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