Fiat Seicento MOT Check

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

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83.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.8%

vs Fiat Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Fiat Seicento — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Seicento has an average MOT pass rate of 83.2%, which is 1.8 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Seicento is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat Seicento fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, 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, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Seicento 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 Seicento, 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 Seicento performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 57 vehicles

84.2%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

2008

Based on 91 vehicles

89.0%Excellent

Based on 233 vehicles

85.0%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

0

Based on 2,239 vehicles

67.1%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Seicento

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

A tyre seriously damaged

8.0%

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

5.5%

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

4.1%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.1%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

3.5%

Fiat Seicento Common Faults & Repair Costs

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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

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See detailed fault analysis for Fiat Seicento

Fiat Seicento — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Seicento MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Seicento?

The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Seicento is 83.2% 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 Seicento?

The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Seicento are: A tyre seriously damaged (8.0%), 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 (5.5%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Fiat Seicento reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 83.2%, the Fiat Seicento 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 Seicento?

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 Seicento?

Typical mileage for the Fiat Seicento: 92,359 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Seicento to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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