Fiat Coupe MOT Check

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

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71.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.1%

vs Fiat Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Fiat Coupe — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Coupe has an average MOT pass rate of 71.9%, which is 13.1 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 Coupe on the road.

The most common reasons a Fiat Coupe fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, service brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your Coupe 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 Coupe, 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 Coupe performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 402 vehicles

76.4%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

17.4%

1999

Based on 636 vehicles

70.3%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

20.1%

1998

Based on 902 vehicles

71.6%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

20.7%

1997

Based on 654 vehicles

69.3%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

26.1%

1996

Based on 160 vehicles

69.4%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1995

Based on 121 vehicles

56.2%Below Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

26.4%

1994

Based on 69 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

0

Based on 1,049 vehicles

73.7%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 5yr

100k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Coupe

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

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

4.6%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

4.5%

Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

2.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.8%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

2.5%

Fiat Coupe Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

6.7%

Rear Offside

4.2%

Front Offside

4.2%

Other Fiat Models

Compare MOT reliability across 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 Coupe

Fiat Coupe — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Coupe MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Coupe?

The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Coupe is 71.9% 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 Coupe?

The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Coupe are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.6%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (4.5%), Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Fiat Coupe reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 71.9%, the Fiat Coupe is rated as "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 Coupe?

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 Coupe?

Typical mileage for the Fiat Coupe: 100,446 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Coupe to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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