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Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV reliable? We analysed 417 real MOT tests across 131 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 417 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.8%
Typical Mileage
18,746mi
Annual Mileage
4,162mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV.

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.4%
2021
87%
2020

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,154 mi/yr
Typical
4,162 mi/yr
Average
5,869 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,823 mi/yr

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 157 90.4% 10,333 18,118 25,590
2020 246 87.0% 12,194 19,012 26,413

How Long Does a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Last?

Based on 131 Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
18,746 mi
75th Percentile
26,382 mi
95th Percentile
44,850 mi
Max Recorded
72,569 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

90.4% MOT pass rate from 157 tests

Year to avoid
2020

87.0% MOT pass rate from 246 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.4% across 157 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV THIS CAR 87.8% 417 18,746 mi — yrs
Fiat Punto 68.7% 6,712,102 61,468 mi 32 yrs
Fiat 500 76.9% 3,854,072 42,469 mi 18 yrs
Fiat Ducato 75% 1,962,737 48,690 mi 38 yrs
Renault Master MM35 B-ness+ Energy DCI 80% 714 56,808 mi — yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV?

The Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.8% across 417 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV owner drives around 4,162 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV reliable?
Based on 417 MOT tests, the Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV has a 87.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV do per year?
The typical Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV does around 4,162 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat 500 C Launch Edition MHEV is 2021 with a 90.4% pass rate across 157 tests.