Fiat MOT Failure Rates
MOT failure rates for 12 Fiat models, ranked from highest to lowest failure rate. Data from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million UK MOT tests.
Fiat MOT Reliability Overview
Across 12 models with sufficient test data, Fiat vehicles have an average MOT failure rate of 36.2%. This is above the UK national average of 28%. Some Fiat models perform well, but others have higher-than-average failure rates.
The most reliable Fiat model for MOT is the Fiat 500X with a 19.0% failure rate. The highest failure rate belongs to the Fiat Multipla at 50.4%.
These figures are calculated from real DVSA MOT test records and represent weighted averages across all vehicle ages and mileage bands. Only models with 100 or more test records are included to ensure statistical reliability.
Which Fiat Models Fail MOT Most?
| Model | Failure Rate | Total Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat Multipla | 50.4% | 4,874 |
| Fiat Stilo | 50.3% | 5,593 |
| Fiat Bravo | 47.5% | 30,112 |
| Fiat Punto | 43.3% | 322,363 |
| Fiat Grande | 43.1% | 33,823 |
| Fiat Doblo | 34.7% | 206,360 |
| Fiat Panda | 33.6% | 393,450 |
| Fiat 500L | 30.7% | 72,937 |
| Fiat 500 | 28.9% | 1,327,557 |
| Fiat Ducato | 28.8% | 411,422 |
| Fiat Tipo | 24.2% | 48,836 |
| Fiat 500X | 19.0% | 140,219 |
How we calculate failure rates: Rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for each model. Only models with 100+ test records are shown. Data sourced from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million tests.
Fiat MOT FAQs
Are Fiat cars reliable for MOT?
Fiat has 12 models in our database. Some Fiat models have higher-than-average MOT failure rates. Check individual model pages for specific data. Click on any model above to see a detailed component-level breakdown.
Which Fiat model is best for MOT?
The Fiat 500X has the lowest MOT failure rate at 19.0%, making it the most reliable Fiat model in our dataset. See full Fiat 500X MOT data.
Which Fiat model fails MOT most?
The Fiat Multipla has the highest failure rate at 50.4%. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad car — higher failure rates often correlate with older average vehicle age. See full Fiat Multipla MOT data.
How can I predict if my Fiat will pass its MOT?
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