Fiat Stilo 16V Active Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fiat Stilo 16V Active car check
Is the Fiat Stilo 16V Active reliable? We analysed 663 real MOT tests across 190 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Stilo 16V Active is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, headlamp aim too low and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Stilo 16V Active.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Stilo 16V Active. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Stilo 16V Active to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Stilo 16V Active fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Stilo 16V Active owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Stilo 16V Active year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 96 | 74.0% | 26,432 | 40,686 | 53,409 |
| 2002 | 476 | 67.0% | 39,577 | 54,166 | 70,019 |
How Long Does a Fiat Stilo 16V Active Last?
Based on 190 Fiat Stilo 16V Active vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Stilo 16V Active Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Stilo 16V Active 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 Stilo 16V Active
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.0% MOT pass rate from 96 tests
67.0% MOT pass rate from 476 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Stilo 16V Active is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.0% across 96 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Stilo 16V Active Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Stilo 16V Active THIS CAR | 68.2% | 663 | 54,424 mi | 24 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 |
| Jeep Wrangler Night Eagle Unltd A | 88.6% | 613 | 32,542 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Stilo 16V Active trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Stilo 16V Active has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.2% across 663 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Stilo 16V Active are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (89 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (26), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (22). 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 Stilo 16V Active owner drives around 8,636 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 Stilo 16V Active models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.