Fiat Ci Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Ci reliable? We analysed 1,811 real MOT tests across 133 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Ci is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Ci.
Fiat Ci Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Ci. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Ci MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Ci to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Ci Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Ci fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Ci Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Ci owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Ci MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Ci year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 90 | 78.9% | 37,239 | 42,640 | 56,762 |
| 2012 | 406 | 82.3% | 19,404 | 28,530 | 43,992 |
| 2011 | 536 | 81.9% | 18,525 | 32,657 | 45,031 |
| 2010 | 396 | 81.8% | 16,869 | 27,392 | 44,614 |
| 2008 | 92 | 80.4% | 17,620 | 26,718 | 31,761 |
| 2007 | 58 | 82.8% | 25,681 | 30,950 | 38,374 |
| 2006 | 75 | 80.0% | 20,144 | 28,454 | 34,702 |
| 2005 | 82 | 68.3% | 24,933 | 44,078 | 58,766 |
How Long Does a Fiat Ci Last?
Based on 133 Fiat Ci vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Ci Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Ci MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Ci
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.8% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
68.3% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Ci is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 58 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Ci Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Ci THIS CAR | 80.9% | 1,811 | 30,068 mi | 21 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 |
| Peugeot 3008 GT S/s PHEV Auto | 89.3% | 2,231 | 31,920 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Ci outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat CiShould you buy a used Fiat Ci?
The Fiat Ci has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.9% across 1,811 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Fiat Ci are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (17 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (12), and registration plate lamp not working (10). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fiat Ci owner drives around 1,948 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.
In terms of longevity, most Fiat Ci models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.