Fiat Tempra MOT Check

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

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84.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.0%

vs Fiat Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Fiat Tempra — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Tempra has an average MOT pass rate of 84.0%, which is 1.0 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tempra is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

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

2002

Based on 70 vehicles

84.3%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

2001

Based on 115 vehicles

80.9%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

151k mi

2000

Based on 100 vehicles

83.0%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

171k mi

1999

Based on 242 vehicles

81.8%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

153k mi

1998

Based on 129 vehicles

84.5%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

132k mi

1997

Based on 224 vehicles

83.9%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

1996

Based on 474 vehicles

86.7%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

1995

Based on 572 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

1994

Based on 508 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

1993

Based on 384 vehicles

85.2%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

1992

Based on 516 vehicles

84.1%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

1991

Based on 485 vehicles

83.5%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

1990

Based on 443 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

0

Based on 27 vehicles

77.8%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

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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 Tempra

Fiat Tempra — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Tempra MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tempra?

The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tempra is 84.0% 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 Tempra?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Fiat Tempra reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 84.0%, the Fiat Tempra 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 Tempra?

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 Tempra?

Typical mileage for the Fiat Tempra: 167,778 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tempra to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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