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

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82.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.0%

vs Fiat Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Fiat Tipo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Tipo has an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, which is 1.0 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 81.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tipo is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat Tipo fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Tipo 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 Tipo, 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 Tipo performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 475 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2020

Based on 2,509 vehicles

88.7%Excellent
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

11.6%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

2019

Based on 3,809 vehicles

85.1%Excellent
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

15.9%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

2018

Based on 4,817 vehicles

79.6%Good
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

21.2%

Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

2017

Based on 14,348 vehicles

75.7%Good
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

24.1%

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

2016

Based on 2,768 vehicles

78.2%Good
Fiat average: 81.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

21.8%

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Tipo

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

1

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.2%
2

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.0%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.9%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.7%
5

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.6%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

6.9%

Front Offside

6.5%

Nearside

1.7%

Fiat Tipo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Tipo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tipo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tipo is 82.3% compared to the Fiat average of 81.3%. 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 Tipo?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Tipo are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.2%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.0%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Tipo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, the Fiat Tipo 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 Tipo?
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 Tipo?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Tipo: 42,934 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tipo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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