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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Fiat 500 Star. Check any 500 Star by registration number below.

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89.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.4%

vs Fiat Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat 500 Star — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 500 Star has an average MOT pass rate of 89.4%, which is 4.4 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 500 Star is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat 500 Star fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your 500 Star for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Fiat 500 Star, 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 500 Star performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 3,150 vehicles

88.7%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

11.7%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

2019

Based on 2,283 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

10.5%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

Mileage at 5yr

41k mi

0

Based on 2,253 vehicles

89.8%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

21k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat 500 Star

The most common reasons a Fiat 500 Star fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.6%
2

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.1%
3

A tyre seriously damaged

0.8%
4

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.8%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.8%
Fiat 500 Star Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

3.0%

Front Offside

1.9%

Front

1.8%

Other Fiat Models

Compare MOT reliability across Fiat models.

Fiat Croma

87.5% pass rate

Fiat Barchetta

76.6% pass rate

Fiat Marea

81.2% pass rate

Fiat Hymer

92.8% pass rate

Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev

92.2% pass rate

Fiat Ducato 35 Shadow Ed M-jet Ii

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 500 Star

Fiat 500 Star — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat 500 Star MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Star?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Star is 89.4% 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 500 Star?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat 500 Star are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.6%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.1%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat 500 Star reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 89.4%, the Fiat 500 Star is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat 500 Star?
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 500 Star?
Typical mileage for the Fiat 500 Star: 34,798 miles at 3 years, 69,351 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 500 Star to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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