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Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a reliable? We analysed 492 real MOT tests across 125 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 492 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.0%
Typical Mileage
15,835mi
Annual Mileage
3,428mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a.

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Number Plates

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

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.1%
2020
89.1%
2019

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,831 mi/yr
Typical
3,428 mi/yr
Average
4,261 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,343 mi/yr

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 347 91.1% 10,208 15,448 23,246
2019 128 89.1% 12,114 16,323 22,311

How Long Does a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Last?

Based on 125 Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
15,835 mi
75th Percentile
23,115 mi
95th Percentile
37,312 mi
Max Recorded
78,188 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a

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

Best year
2020

91.1% MOT pass rate from 347 tests

Year to avoid
2019

89.1% MOT pass rate from 128 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 347 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.1% — 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 Rockstar S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a THIS CAR 90.0% 492 15,835 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
Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot 65.5% 490 8,612 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a?

The Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.0% across 492 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 a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a 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 Rockstar S-a owner drives around 3,428 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 Rockstar S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a reliable?
Based on 492 MOT tests, the Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a has a 90.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a do per year?
The typical Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a does around 3,428 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a?
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 Rockstar S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat 500 Rockstar S-a is 2020 with a 91.1% pass rate across 347 tests.