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

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95.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.4%

vs Fiat Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev has an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, which is 10.4 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 500 Dolcevita Mhev is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev fails its MOT are a tyre cords visible or damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 500 Dolcevita Mhev 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 500 Dolcevita Mhev, 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 500 Dolcevita Mhev performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 533 vehicles

96.6%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

3.9%

Mileage at 3yr

29k mi

2021

Based on 5,708 vehicles

93.9%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

6.1%

Mileage at 3yr

29k mi

2020

Based on 62 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

7.7%

Mileage at 3yr

21k mi

0

Based on 77 vehicles

96.1%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

11k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev

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

1

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.9%
2

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

1.6%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.9%
4

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

0.8%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

0.7%
Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Offside

2.8%

Front Offside

1.1%

Front Nearside

1.1%

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92.8% pass rate

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92.2% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev

Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev is 95.4% 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 500 Dolcevita Mhev?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.6%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev 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 500 Dolcevita Mhev?
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 500 Dolcevita Mhev?
Typical mileage for the Fiat 500 Dolcevita Mhev: 28,553 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 500 Dolcevita Mhev to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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