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

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92.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.0%

vs Fiat Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev has an average MOT pass rate of 92.0%, which is 7.0 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 500 Lounge 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 Lounge Mhev fails its MOT are a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 500 Lounge 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 Lounge 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 Lounge Mhev performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 5,276 vehicles

92.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 3yr

31k mi

2020

Based on 8,517 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

8.3%

Mileage at 3yr

26k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

0

Based on 3,813 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

16k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev

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

1

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.3%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.3%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.2%
4

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

0.7%
5

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

0.7%
Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

3.6%

Front Nearside

2.6%

Offside

0.9%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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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 500 Lounge Mhev

Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev is 92.0% 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 500 Lounge Mhev?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.3%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.3%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.0%, the Fiat 500 Lounge 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 Lounge 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 Lounge Mhev?
Typical mileage for the Fiat 500 Lounge Mhev: 31,499 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 500 Lounge Mhev to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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