Fiat Adria MOT pass rate and common problems
93.6% of 1,215 Fiat Adria MOT tests pass.
The Adria passes its MOT 93.6% of the time — well above the average across all Fiat models, which sits at 74.3%.
The Fiat Adria passes its MOT 93.6% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
Own this Fiat Adria?
This is the average across every Fiat Adria in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
Have service invoices? Upload and keep them with your car’s history →
How to check and keep your Fiat’s service history →
Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 97.7% at 0–3 years to 93.8% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 97.7% | 44 | 9,367 miles |
| 3–6 years | 93.6% | 597 | 16,283 miles |
| 6–10 years | 93.8% | 545 | 24,164 miles |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (18) | 18 | no reading |
| 15+ years | too few tests (11) | 11 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Fiat Adria
The most common reason the Fiat Adria fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 47.1% | Not working |
| Visibility | 20.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Brakes | 17.4% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 10.7% | Has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Suspension | 9.1% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.3% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 2.5% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 1.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Buying a used Fiat Adria: what to check
These checks follow the Fiat Adria’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.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Fiat Adria comes between 0–3 years and 3–6 years old, from 97.7% to 93.6%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 94.6% down to 90.5%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 47.1% of failed Fiat Adria MOTs. 5.0% of tests at 3–6 years failed on lights and electrics, against 2.3% at 0–3 years.
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.
2. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 20.7% of failed Fiat Adria MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 3.0% of tests at 3–6 years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 17.4% of failed Fiat Adria MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 2.2% of tests at 6–10 years failed on brakes.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
4. Tyres
Recorded in 10.7% of failed Fiat Adria MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 2.2% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres.
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.
5. Suspension
Recorded in 9.1% of failed Fiat Adria MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.3% of tests at 6–10 years failed on suspension.
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.
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 Burstner — 92.4% pass rate
- Fiat Doblo 16v Tecnico Maxi MTJT Ii — 79.0% pass rate
- Fiat Camper — 74.7% pass rate
- Fiat Multipla — 56.7% pass rate
- Fiat Motor Home — 75.7% pass rate
- Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Multijet Power — 93.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Adria?
- 93.6% of Fiat Adria MOT tests pass, based on 1,215 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Fiat Adria?
- The most common reason the Fiat Adria fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Fiat Adria?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Fiat Adria are lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; brakes. 5.0% of tests at 3–6 years failed on lights and electrics, against 2.3% at 0–3 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Fiat Adria?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; brakes; tyres; suspension. 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 Adria'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.