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

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67.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-17.2%

vs Fiat Avg

15

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Fiat Multipla — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Multipla has an average MOT pass rate of 67.8%, which is 17.2 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Multipla on the road.

The most common reasons a Fiat Multipla fails its MOT are headlamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Multipla 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 Multipla, 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 Multipla performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 168 vehicles

54.8%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

35.5%

2010

Based on 262 vehicles

60.7%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.2%

Retest Rate

29.6%

2009

Based on 232 vehicles

59.1%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.6%

Retest Rate

36.0%

2008

Based on 243 vehicles

54.7%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

20.4%

2007

Based on 264 vehicles

60.2%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

27.0%

2006

Based on 186 vehicles

48.9%Poor
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.7%

Retest Rate

25.8%

2005

Based on 243 vehicles

56.8%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.6%

Retest Rate

29.4%

2004

Based on 194 vehicles

61.3%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

21.9%

2003

Based on 205 vehicles

56.6%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

10.2%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2002

Based on 1,066 vehicles

87.9%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

39.2%

Mileage at 10yr

184k mi

2001

Based on 1,831 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

34.4%

Mileage at 10yr

184k mi

2000

Based on 2,891 vehicles

87.0%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

31.8%

Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

1999

Based on 4,303 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 10yr

153k mi

1998

Based on 203 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 10yr

162k mi

0

Based on 1,383 vehicles

66.9%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

96k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Multipla

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

1

Headlamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

6.8%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

6.5%
3

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

6.3%
4

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.4%
5

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.0%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

7.7%

Front Offside

6.0%

Front

3.6%

Fiat Multipla — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Multipla MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Multipla?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Multipla is 67.8% 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 Multipla?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Multipla are: Headlamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements (6.8%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (6.5%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (6.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Multipla reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 67.8%, the Fiat Multipla is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat Multipla?
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 Multipla?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Multipla: 183,766 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Multipla to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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