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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Fiat 230. Check any 230 by registration number below.

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94.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+9.1%

vs Fiat Avg

7

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat 230 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 230 has an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, which is 9.1 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 230 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Fiat 230, 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 230 performs at MOT across different model years.

2001

Based on 66 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

2000

Based on 77 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

1999

Based on 55 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

1998

Based on 65 vehicles

96.9%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

1997

Based on 52 vehicles

96.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

1996

Based on 69 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

1995

Based on 93 vehicles

96.8%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%

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 230

Fiat 230 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat 230 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 230?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 230 is 94.1% 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 230?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Fiat 230 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, the Fiat 230 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 230?
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 230?
Mileage data for the Fiat 230 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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