Fiat 500e MOT pass rate and common problems
89.2% of 3,822 Fiat 500e MOT tests pass.
The 500e passes its MOT 89.2% of the time — well above the average across all Fiat models, which sits at 74.3%.
The Fiat 500e passes its MOT 89.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 89.4% at 0–3 years versus 88.4% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 89.4% | 3,021 | 14,839 miles |
| 3–6 years | 88.4% | 801 | 16,555 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Fiat 500e
The most common reason the Fiat 500e fails its MOT is suspension — present in 62.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 62.5% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Tyres | 26.4% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 21.0% | Too high |
| Visibility | 12.5% | Not working |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.4% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Brakes | 2.2% | Warning lamp indicates an abs fault |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 0.8% | Has excessive wear or play |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.6% | Backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. |
Buying a used Fiat 500e: what to check
These checks follow the Fiat 500e’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 89.9% down to 77.6%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Suspension
Recorded in 62.5% of failed Fiat 500e MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
2. Tyres
Recorded in 26.4% of failed Fiat 500e MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 21.0% of failed Fiat 500e MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 12.5% of failed Fiat 500e MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
5. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 3.4% of failed Fiat 500e MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Fiat service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Fiat models
- Fiat Roller Team — 91.5% pass rate
- Fiat 124 — 89.6% pass rate
- Fiat Fullback — 87.1% pass rate
- Fiat Motorhome — 75.6% pass rate
- Fiat Doblo Cargo — 61.1% pass rate
- Fiat Hymer — 77.0% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 500e?
- 89.2% of Fiat 500e MOT tests pass, based on 3,822 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Fiat 500e?
- The most common reason the Fiat 500e fails its MOT is suspension — present in 62.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- What are the common problems with the Fiat 500e?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Fiat 500e are suspension; tyres; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Fiat 500e?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: suspension; tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; number plates and vin. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Fiat 500e'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.