Fiat Croma Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Croma reliable? We analysed 19,747 real MOT tests across 1,560 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Croma is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, coil spring broken and coil spring fractured. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Croma.
Fiat Croma Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Croma. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Croma MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Croma to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Croma Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Croma fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Croma Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Croma owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Croma MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Croma year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 63 | 66.7% | 36,750 | 52,971 | 67,694 |
| 2007 | 1,730 | 70.9% | 46,202 | 72,127 | 100,380 |
| 2006 | 11,410 | 69.3% | 45,378 | 69,502 | 98,429 |
| 2005 | 5,762 | 69.7% | 49,632 | 74,884 | 104,532 |
| 1992 | 89 | 64.0% | 74,336 | 109,901 | 135,761 |
| 1991 | 97 | 61.9% | 83,016 | 109,270 | 136,365 |
| 1990 | 61 | 63.9% | 50,488 | 92,897 | 118,694 |
| 1989 | 103 | 64.1% | 35,202 | 77,810 | 110,358 |
| 1988 | 249 | 66.3% | 55,414 | 81,141 | 100,839 |
How Long Does a Fiat Croma Last?
Based on 1,560 Fiat Croma vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Croma Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Croma 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 Croma
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.9% MOT pass rate from 1,730 tests
61.9% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Croma is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.9% across 1,730 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Croma Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Croma THIS CAR | 69.4% | 19,747 | 71,878 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 |
| Proton Jumbuck | 69.8% | 28,247 | 49,172 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Croma sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Croma has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.4% across 19,747 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Croma are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,258 recorded failures), coil spring broken (859), and coil spring fractured (585). 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 Croma owner drives around 7,372 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 Croma 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.