FIAT TALENTO MOT pass rate
75.3% of 2,275 FIAT TALENTO MOT tests pass.
The TALENTO has a pass rate of 75.3%, a little higher than the average across all FIAT models (74.3%).
At 75.3%, The FIAT TALENTO passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 80.7% at 0–3 years to 71.4% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 80.7% | 300 | 45,595 miles |
| 3–6 years | 79.6% | 761 | 63,138 miles |
| 6–10 years | 71.4% | 1,204 | 92,163 miles |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | too few tests (10) | 10 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FIAT TALENTO
The most common reason the FIAT TALENTO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 48.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 48.8% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 31.8% | Not working |
| Brakes | 30.4% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Steering | 22.8% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Tyres | 19.7% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 13.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.5% | Insecure |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.7% | Inscription illegible |
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 TALENTO?
- 75.3% of FIAT TALENTO MOT tests pass, based on 2,275 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FIAT TALENTO?
- The most common reason the FIAT TALENTO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 48.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the FIAT TALENTO'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.