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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Fiat 127. Check any 127 by registration number below.

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61.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-23.6%

vs Fiat Avg

2

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Fiat 127 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 127 has an average MOT pass rate of 61.5%, which is 23.6 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This suggests the 127 can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

Before buying a used Fiat 127, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Fiat 127 performs at MOT across different model years.

1997

Based on 31 vehicles

48.4%Poor
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

50.0%

0

Based on 55 vehicles

74.5%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

19.4%

Rear Offside

16.1%

Rear Nearside

12.9%

Other Fiat Models

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87.5% pass rate

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76.6% pass rate

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81.2% pass rate

Fiat Hymer

92.8% pass rate

Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev

92.2% pass rate

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90.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Fiat 127

Fiat 127 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat 127 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 127?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 127 is 61.5% compared to the Fiat average of 85.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat 127?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Fiat 127 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.5%, the Fiat 127 is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat 127?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Fiat 127?
Typical mileage for the Fiat 127: 76,922 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 127 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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