Fiat 500l MOT Check

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

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79.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.4%

vs Fiat Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Fiat 500l — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 500l has an average MOT pass rate of 79.6%, which is 5.4 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 500l on the road.

The most common reasons a Fiat 500l fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 500l 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 500l, 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 500l performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 146 vehicles

74.0%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

29.6%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

2020

Based on 169 vehicles

87.6%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

14.2%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

Mileage at 5yr

30k mi

2019

Based on 369 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

14.0%

Mileage at 3yr

25k mi

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

2018

Based on 1,427 vehicles

80.1%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

20.0%

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

2017

Based on 2,075 vehicles

77.0%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

24.5%

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

2016

Based on 3,841 vehicles

76.5%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

27.2%

2015

Based on 7,138 vehicles

73.6%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

27.6%

Mileage at 10yr

109k mi

2014

Based on 16,551 vehicles

71.2%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

29.4%

Mileage at 10yr

121k mi

2013

Based on 10,064 vehicles

69.1%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

30.6%

Mileage at 10yr

117k mi

2012

Based on 132 vehicles

94.7%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

1972

Based on 53 vehicles

84.9%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

6.5%

0

Based on 22,165 vehicles

78.6%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat 500l

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

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

6.9%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.0%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.4%

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.2%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

1.9%

Fiat 500l Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

8.2%

Nearside

7.5%

Front Offside

6.8%

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 500l

Fiat 500l — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat 500l MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500l?

The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500l is 79.6% 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 500l?

The most common MOT failures on the Fiat 500l are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (6.9%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.0%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Fiat 500l reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.6%, the Fiat 500l is rated as "Good" 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 500l?

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 500l?

Typical mileage for the Fiat 500l: 27,776 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 500l to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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