Fiat Tipo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Tipo reliable? We analysed 127,347 real MOT tests across 22,694 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Tipo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, brake recording little or no effort and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Tipo.
Fiat Tipo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Tipo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Tipo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Tipo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Tipo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Tipo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Tipo Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Fiat Tipo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Fiat Tipo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Tipo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Tipo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Tipo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 874 | 81.8% | 19,754 | 29,115 | 42,630 |
| 2020 | 4,013 | 84.6% | 20,027 | 29,998 | 43,452 |
| 2019 | 8,280 | 82.8% | 21,685 | 33,039 | 47,920 |
| 2018 | 13,297 | 80.6% | 25,088 | 37,970 | 54,968 |
| 2017 | 51,223 | 79.2% | 33,902 | 48,492 | 65,510 |
| 2016 | 10,268 | 80.6% | 28,978 | 43,512 | 62,460 |
| 1995 | 9,132 | 61.2% | 62,760 | 80,941 | 100,051 |
| 1994 | 12,024 | 60.6% | 64,989 | 84,804 | 105,265 |
| 1993 | 7,444 | 61.4% | 66,407 | 85,314 | 105,287 |
| 1992 | 3,711 | 61.3% | 61,491 | 86,195 | 107,558 |
| 1991 | 2,160 | 63.7% | 52,687 | 77,979 | 98,724 |
| 1990 | 2,162 | 62.1% | 53,170 | 78,112 | 105,237 |
| 1989 | 1,544 | 62.6% | 41,567 | 72,900 | 100,100 |
| 1988 | 345 | 63.5% | 48,646 | 78,708 | 101,136 |
How Long Does a Fiat Tipo Last?
Based on 22,694 Fiat Tipo vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Tipo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Tipo 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 Tipo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 4,013 tests
60.6% MOT pass rate from 12,024 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Tipo is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 4,013 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Tipo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Tipo THIS CAR | 74.4% | 127,347 | 53,495 mi | 34 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 |
| Vauxhall Crossland | 86% | 194,349 | 31,727 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Tipo sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Tipo has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 127,347 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Tipo are brake pipe excessively corroded (5,060 recorded failures), brake recording little or no effort (2,369), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,327). 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 Tipo 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 Tipo owner drives around 6,126 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 Tipo models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.