FIAT 500C MOT pass rate
74.2% of 36,373 FIAT 500C MOT tests pass.
The 500C's pass rate of 74.2% is in line with the average across all FIAT models, at 74.3%.
The FIAT 500C passes 74.2% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the FIAT 500C tested at 0–3 years pass 93.0% of the time, compared with just 62.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.0% | 1,111 | 15,755 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.9% | 2,680 | 20,941 miles |
| 6–10 years | 76.9% | 12,906 | 44,735 miles |
| 10–15 years | 69.1% | 19,241 | 65,049 miles |
| 15+ years | 62.1% | 435 | 76,368 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FIAT 500C
The most common reason the FIAT 500C fails its MOT is suspension — present in 61.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 61.5% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 38.2% | Not working |
| Brakes | 23.9% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 21.5% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 12.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 9.9% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.3% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Steering | 1.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
Related FIAT models
- FIAT 500 — 74.8% pass rate
- FIAT PANDA — 69.6% pass rate
- FIAT DUCATO — 78.1% pass rate
- FIAT PUNTO — 63.8% pass rate
- FIAT DOBLO — 69.9% pass rate
- FIAT 500X — 81.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FIAT 500C?
- 74.2% of FIAT 500C MOT tests pass, based on 36,373 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FIAT 500C?
- The most common reason the FIAT 500C fails its MOT is suspension — present in 61.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the FIAT 500C's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the FIAT service history guide for how to check and keep one.