Fiat Tribute Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fiat Tribute car check
Is the Fiat Tribute reliable? We analysed 4,291 real MOT tests across 390 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Tribute is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake binding and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Tribute.
Fiat Tribute Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Tribute. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Tribute MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Tribute to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Tribute Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Tribute fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Tribute Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Tribute owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Tribute MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Tribute year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92 | 89.1% | 8,032 | 11,312 | 20,137 |
| 2016 | 521 | 90.6% | 13,578 | 20,852 | 30,034 |
| 2015 | 422 | 86.3% | 18,350 | 28,833 | 43,574 |
| 2014 | 436 | 89.2% | 15,974 | 24,537 | 35,844 |
| 2013 | 957 | 88.5% | 14,785 | 24,101 | 36,465 |
| 2012 | 391 | 84.9% | 16,090 | 37,254 | 51,264 |
| 2011 | 350 | 86.9% | 18,792 | 31,078 | 49,016 |
| 2010 | 628 | 86.8% | 16,719 | 27,238 | 41,652 |
| 2009 | 69 | 81.2% | 37,179 | 46,426 | 53,875 |
| 2008 | 96 | 93.8% | 14,650 | 25,880 | 46,358 |
| 2007 | 75 | 77.3% | 39,861 | 46,816 | 62,842 |
| 2005 | 108 | 80.6% | 22,360 | 40,388 | 65,622 |
How Long Does a Fiat Tribute Last?
Based on 390 Fiat Tribute vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Tribute Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Tribute 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 Tribute
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.8% MOT pass rate from 96 tests
77.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Tribute is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 96 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Tribute Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Tribute THIS CAR | 87.2% | 4,291 | 26,538 mi | 21 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 |
| Iveco Daily 35C18 LWB | 67.7% | 4,337 | 131,188 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Tribute outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat TributeShould you buy a used Fiat Tribute?
The Fiat Tribute has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 4,291 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 Tribute are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (25 recorded failures), brake binding (16), and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (10). 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 Tribute owner drives around 2,500 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 Tribute models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.