Fiat Qubo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Qubo reliable? We analysed 70,552 real MOT tests across 5,289 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Qubo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include coil spring broken, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Qubo.
Fiat Qubo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Qubo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Qubo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Qubo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Qubo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Qubo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Qubo Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat Qubo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Fiat Qubo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Qubo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Qubo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Qubo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 160 | 85.0% | 10,451 | 20,700 | 35,382 |
| 2019 | 551 | 85.8% | 10,056 | 18,968 | 33,166 |
| 2018 | 813 | 81.9% | 9,872 | 19,348 | 33,104 |
| 2017 | 1,619 | 83.6% | 13,550 | 25,734 | 42,689 |
| 2016 | 1,529 | 80.3% | 16,178 | 28,048 | 45,572 |
| 2015 | 1,982 | 79.7% | 19,302 | 30,526 | 47,736 |
| 2014 | 3,737 | 78.1% | 21,294 | 36,494 | 57,408 |
| 2013 | 8,765 | 76.2% | 25,910 | 43,632 | 65,650 |
| 2012 | 14,158 | 76.0% | 29,002 | 47,526 | 70,700 |
| 2011 | 11,706 | 76.1% | 29,040 | 48,868 | 74,544 |
| 2010 | 12,940 | 73.7% | 31,358 | 52,925 | 79,976 |
| 2009 | 11,358 | 72.4% | 37,410 | 60,739 | 88,340 |
| 2008 | 916 | 71.4% | 42,322 | 69,534 | 96,776 |
How Long Does a Fiat Qubo Last?
Based on 5,289 Fiat Qubo vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Qubo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Qubo 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 Qubo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.8% MOT pass rate from 551 tests
71.4% MOT pass rate from 916 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Qubo is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 551 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Qubo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Qubo THIS CAR | 75.6% | 70,552 | 47,229 mi | 18 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 |
| Chevrolet Orlando | 72.4% | 77,786 | 62,077 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Qubo sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Qubo has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.6% across 70,552 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 Qubo are coil spring broken (1,304 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (908), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (697). 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 Qubo 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 Qubo owner drives around 4,863 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 Qubo models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.