Fiat Hobby Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Hobby reliable? We analysed 1,119 real MOT tests across 115 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Hobby is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Hobby.
Fiat Hobby Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Hobby. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Hobby MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Hobby to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Hobby Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Hobby fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Hobby Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat Hobby models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Fiat Hobby Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Hobby owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Hobby MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Hobby year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 152 | 86.2% | 9,162 | 13,290 | 22,454 |
| 2018 | 123 | 84.6% | 13,114 | 19,934 | 29,816 |
| 2017 | 94 | 93.6% | 7,558 | 13,772 | 22,644 |
| 2009 | 50 | 78.0% | 16,070 | 20,910 | 27,111 |
| 2006 | 102 | 80.4% | 28,388 | 39,085 | 58,916 |
| 2005 | 97 | 77.3% | 20,486 | 31,678 | 45,486 |
| 2004 | 124 | 83.1% | 16,034 | 25,051 | 44,457 |
| 2001 | 95 | 73.7% | 15,389 | 39,729 | 56,574 |
| 2000 | 57 | 77.2% | 21,815 | 43,722 | 116,919 |
How Long Does a Fiat Hobby Last?
Based on 115 Fiat Hobby vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Hobby Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Hobby 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 Hobby
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.6% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
73.7% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Hobby is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.6% across 94 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Hobby Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Hobby THIS CAR | 82.0% | 1,119 | 25,555 mi | 26 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 |
| Yamaha Not Stated | 92.5% | 931 | 25,869 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Hobby outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat HobbyShould you buy a used Fiat Hobby?
The Fiat Hobby has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.0% across 1,119 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 Hobby are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (16 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (10), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (9). 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.
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 Hobby 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 Hobby owner drives around 2,285 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 Hobby models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.