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Fiat Tipo Cross MOT Check

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

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95.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.0%

vs Fiat Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Fiat Tipo Cross — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Tipo Cross has an average MOT pass rate of 95.0%, which is 10.0 percentage points above the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tipo Cross is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Fiat Tipo Cross fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your Tipo Cross 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 Cross, 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 Cross performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 522 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.9%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

0

Based on 14 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

19k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Tipo Cross

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

1

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

6.3%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

6.1%
3

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.5%
Fiat Tipo Cross Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

4.8%

Front Offside

4.6%

Offside

3.1%

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Compare MOT reliability across Fiat models.

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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

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Fiat Tipo Cross

Fiat Tipo Cross — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Tipo Cross MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tipo Cross?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Tipo Cross is 95.0% 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 Tipo Cross?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Tipo Cross are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (6.3%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (6.1%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Tipo Cross reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 95.0%, the Fiat Tipo Cross 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 Tipo Cross?
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 Cross?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Tipo Cross: 37,578 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tipo Cross to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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