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

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86.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.9%

vs Fiat Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat Fullback — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Fullback has an average MOT pass rate of 86.9%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Fullback is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat Fullback fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Fullback 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 Fullback, 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 Fullback performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 706 vehicles

87.7%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

17.5%

Mileage at 5yr

97k mi

2018

Based on 2,660 vehicles

87.6%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

14.6%

Mileage at 5yr

96k mi

2017

Based on 3,394 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

13.3%

Mileage at 5yr

90k mi

2016

Based on 864 vehicles

84.0%Good
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

16.9%

0

Based on 3,296 vehicles

88.0%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Fullback

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

1

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.3%
2

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

2.1%
3

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.8%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.8%
5

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

1.4%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

2.4%

Front

2.3%

Front Nearside

1.7%

Fiat Fullback — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Fullback MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Fullback?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Fullback is 86.9% 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 Fullback?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Fullback are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (2.3%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.1%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Fullback reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.9%, the Fiat Fullback 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 Fullback?
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 Fullback?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Fullback: 96,595 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fullback to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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