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Fiat Swift Edge 476 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Swift Edge 476 reliable? We analysed 405 real MOT tests across 165 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 405 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.9%
Typical Mileage
15,563mi
Annual Mileage
2,398mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Fiat Swift Edge 476 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Swift Edge 476.

Fiat Swift Edge 476 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fiat Swift Edge 476. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fiat Swift Edge 476 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Fiat Swift Edge 476 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.7%
2021
90.1%
2020

Fiat Swift Edge 476 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat Swift Edge 476 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1

Fiat Swift Edge 476 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fiat Swift Edge 476 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,416 mi/yr
Typical
2,398 mi/yr
Average
3,504 mi/yr
Heavy usage
4,635 mi/yr

Fiat Swift Edge 476 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Swift Edge 476 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 145 91.7% 9,591 19,702 31,208
2020 171 90.1% 7,378 12,817 24,044

How Long Does a Fiat Swift Edge 476 Last?

Based on 165 Fiat Swift Edge 476 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Fiat Swift Edge 476 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Swift Edge 476 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
15,563 mi
75th Percentile
28,946 mi
95th Percentile
45,616 mi
Max Recorded
57,001 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Swift Edge 476

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

Best year
2021

91.7% MOT pass rate from 145 tests

Year to avoid
2020

90.1% MOT pass rate from 171 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Swift Edge 476 is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 145 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Swift Edge 476 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Swift Edge 476 THIS CAR 90.9% 405 15,563 mi — 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 Transit 350 Leader E-blue MHEV 78.4% 625 59,063 mi — yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Swift Edge 476 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat Swift Edge 476?

The Fiat Swift Edge 476 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.9% across 405 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Fiat Swift Edge 476 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 Swift Edge 476 owner drives around 2,398 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.

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 Swift Edge 476 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Swift Edge 476 reliable?
Based on 405 MOT tests, the Fiat Swift Edge 476 has a 90.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Swift Edge 476?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Fiat Swift Edge 476 do per year?
The typical Fiat Swift Edge 476 does around 2,398 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Swift Edge 476 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Swift Edge 476?
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 Swift Edge 476?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Swift Edge 476 is 2021 with a 91.7% pass rate across 145 tests.