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Fiat Mobilvetta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Mobilvetta reliable? We analysed 712 real MOT tests across 141 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 712 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.5%
Typical Mileage
15,680mi
Annual Mileage
2,066mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
27yrs

The Fiat Mobilvetta is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brakes imbalanced across an axle and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Mobilvetta.

Fiat Mobilvetta Number Plates

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

Fiat Mobilvetta MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

100%
2021
91.8%
2020
90.1%
2019
94.2%
2018
87.7%
2017
66.7%
1999

Fiat Mobilvetta Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Fiat Mobilvetta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
brake binding 5
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4
position lamp(s) not working 3

Fiat Mobilvetta Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,057 mi/yr
Typical
2,066 mi/yr
Average
2,572 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,393 mi/yr

Fiat Mobilvetta MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Mobilvetta year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 64 100.0% 6,410 9,060 12,904
2020 97 91.8% 6,826 10,703 16,667
2019 111 90.1% 8,396 14,222 18,044
2018 120 94.2% 10,175 13,522 18,486
2017 122 87.7% 8,407 11,700 17,350
1999 111 66.7% 36,894 50,918 67,655

How Long Does a Fiat Mobilvetta Last?

Based on 141 Fiat Mobilvetta vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.3 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
27 years

Fiat Mobilvetta Mileage Distribution

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

Median
15,680 mi
75th Percentile
28,768 mi
95th Percentile
72,209 mi
Max Recorded
321,979 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Mobilvetta

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

Best year
2021

100.0% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

Year to avoid
1999

66.7% MOT pass rate from 111 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Mobilvetta is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 100.0% across 64 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Mobilvetta Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Mobilvetta THIS CAR 86.5% 712 15,680 mi 27 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
Ford Fiesta St-line 85.9% 658 47,314 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat Mobilvetta?

The Fiat Mobilvetta has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.5% across 712 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 Mobilvetta are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (7 recorded failures), brakes imbalanced across an axle (5), and brake binding (5). 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 Mobilvetta owner drives around 2,066 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 Mobilvetta models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.

Fiat Mobilvetta — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Mobilvetta reliable?
Based on 712 MOT tests, the Fiat Mobilvetta has a 86.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Mobilvetta?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brakes imbalanced across an axle, and brake binding. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Mobilvetta do per year?
The typical Fiat Mobilvetta does around 2,066 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Mobilvetta last?
Most Fiat Mobilvetta models stay on UK roads for around 27 years based on our analysis of 141 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Mobilvetta?
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 Mobilvetta?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Mobilvetta is 2021 with a 100.0% pass rate across 64 tests.