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Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV reliable? We analysed 868 real MOT tests across 394 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 868 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.4%
Typical Mileage
18,777mi
Annual Mileage
4,862mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Fiat 500 Hey Google 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 Hey Google MHEV.

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Number Plates

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

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.8%
2022
91%
2021

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,845 mi/yr
Typical
4,862 mi/yr
Average
5,790 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,144 mi/yr

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 317 91.8% 12,081 17,828 25,347
2021 542 91.0% 11,843 19,508 27,264

How Long Does a Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Last?

Based on 394 Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV Mileage Distribution

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

Median
18,777 mi
75th Percentile
26,813 mi
95th Percentile
42,671 mi
Max Recorded
93,401 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV

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

Best year
2022

91.8% MOT pass rate from 317 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.0% MOT pass rate from 542 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.8% across 317 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.0% — 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 Hey Google 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 Hey Google MHEV THIS CAR 91.4% 868 18,777 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
Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Td Auto 86.4% 295 27,356 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV?

The Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% across 868 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Fiat 500 Hey Google 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 Hey Google MHEV owner drives around 4,862 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 Hey Google MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV reliable?
Based on 868 MOT tests, the Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV has a 91.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV do per year?
The typical Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV does around 4,862 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat 500 Hey Google 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 Hey Google MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat 500 Hey Google MHEV is 2022 with a 91.8% pass rate across 317 tests.