Fiat 900 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 39 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 35.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Fiat 900 MOT Reliability Overview
The Fiat 900 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 39 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.1% and a failure rate of 35.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Fiat 900 earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Fiat 900 presents for MOT with approximately 71,451 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Fiat 900 is Suspension, affecting 30.8% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 25.6%. Steering rounds out the top three at 20.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 56.4% | 22 |
| 2 | Suspension | 46.2% | 18 |
| 3 | Brakes | 35.9% | 14 |
| 4 | Steering | 20.5% | 8 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 12.8% | 5 |
| 6 | Visibility | 10.3% | 4 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 7.7% | 3 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 7.7% | 3 |
| 9 | Tyres | 5.1% | 2 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 5.1% | 2 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 5.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 71,451 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 7.89 | 56.4% | 22 |
| Suspension | 6.46 | 46.2% | 18 |
| Brakes | 5.02 | 35.9% | 14 |
| Steering | 2.87 | 20.5% | 8 |
| Visibility | 2.52 | 18.0% | 7 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.79 | 12.8% | 5 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.08 | 7.7% | 3 |
| Tyres | 0.72 | 5.1% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.72 | 5.1% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.72 | 5.1% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Fiat 900 has 71,451 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Fiat 900 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.02% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Fiat 900 MOT Data
The Fiat 900 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 39 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.1% and a failure rate of 35.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Fiat 900 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 900 is likely to perform.
Suspension — 30.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 30.8% of MOT failures on the Fiat 900. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 25.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 25.6% of MOT failures on the Fiat 900. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Steering — 20.5% of failures
Steering issues account for 20.5% of MOT failures on the Fiat 900. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat 900?
Based on 39 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Fiat 900 has an overall pass rate of 64.1% (35.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat 900?
The top 3 reasons a Fiat 900 fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (30.8%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (25.6%), 3. Steering (20.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Fiat 900 reliable?
With a 35.9% MOT failure rate, the 900 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Fiat 900?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (30.8%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (25.6%); Steering (20.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.