Fiat Rapdio Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Rapdio reliable? We analysed 5,220 real MOT tests across 682 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Rapdio is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Rapdio.
Fiat Rapdio Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Rapdio. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Rapdio MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Rapdio to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Rapdio Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Rapdio owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Rapdio MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Rapdio year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95 | 84.2% | 7,438 | 11,312 | 15,478 |
| 2019 | 370 | 93.0% | 9,000 | 12,746 | 18,500 |
| 2018 | 566 | 90.6% | 8,944 | 13,172 | 21,230 |
| 2017 | 680 | 92.2% | 11,177 | 16,282 | 21,842 |
| 2016 | 776 | 88.8% | 13,572 | 19,832 | 27,684 |
| 2015 | 1,178 | 87.9% | 14,673 | 21,714 | 29,895 |
| 2014 | 837 | 87.9% | 16,527 | 24,778 | 36,038 |
| 2013 | 242 | 88.8% | 13,659 | 21,633 | 31,220 |
| 2009 | 54 | 85.2% | 19,576 | 27,624 | 40,584 |
| 2007 | 103 | 78.6% | 32,738 | 45,804 | 57,871 |
| 2006 | 87 | 85.1% | 20,883 | 26,134 | 35,772 |
| 2003 | 53 | 75.5% | 22,449 | 36,313 | 50,199 |
How Long Does a Fiat Rapdio Last?
Based on 682 Fiat Rapdio vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Rapdio Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Rapdio 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 Rapdio
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.0% MOT pass rate from 370 tests
75.5% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Rapdio is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 370 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Rapdio Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Rapdio THIS CAR | 89.0% | 5,220 | 19,732 mi | 20 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 |
| BMW 520D SE MHEV Auto | 90.5% | 1,830 | 41,312 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Rapdio outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat RapdioShould you buy a used Fiat Rapdio?
The Fiat Rapdio has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.0% across 5,220 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
A typical Fiat Rapdio owner drives around 2,426 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 Rapdio models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.