2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Benimar Mileo 201 models manufactured in 2017, based on 57 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 MOT Analysis
The 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 has an MOT pass rate of 73.7% based on 57 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,929 miles on the odometer. With a 26.3% failure rate, the 2017 Benimar Mileo 201 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 is Visibility, responsible for 14.0% of failures. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs range from £10–300. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 1.8%.
Top failures specific to 2017 models only. The overall Benimar Mileo 201 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 14.0% | 8 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 18,929 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 7.41 | 14.0% | 8 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.93 | 1.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 has an MOT pass rate of 73.7% based on 57 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,929 miles on the odometer. With a 26.3% failure rate, the 2017 Benimar Mileo 201 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable. With relatively low average mileage of 18,929 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Visibility — 14.0% of failures
Visibility issues account for 14.0% of MOT failures on 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 1.8% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 2017 Fiat Benimar Mileo 201 models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.