Fiat Dino Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Dino reliable? We analysed 705 real MOT tests across 126 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Dino is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Dino.
Fiat Dino Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Dino. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Dino MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Dino to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Dino Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Dino fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Dino Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Dino owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Dino MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Dino year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 60 | 75.0% | 33,688 | 40,308 | 73,290 |
| 1989 | 59 | 79.7% | 43,111 | 61,450 | 83,466 |
| 1972 | 55 | 74.5% | 73,038 | 77,426 | 90,482 |
How Long Does a Fiat Dino Last?
Based on 126 Fiat Dino vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Dino Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Dino 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 Dino
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.7% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
74.5% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Dino is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.7% across 59 tests. The 1972 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Dino Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Dino THIS CAR | 81.4% | 705 | 58,281 mi | 54 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 |
| Audi A4 SE TDI 140 | 75% | 1,179 | 163,088 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Dino outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat DinoShould you buy a used Fiat Dino?
The Fiat Dino has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.4% across 705 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 Dino are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (21 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (18), and horn not working (17). 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 Dino owner drives around 497 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 Dino models stay on UK roads for around 54 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.