Fiat Uno Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fiat Uno car check
Is the Fiat Uno reliable? We analysed 59,194 real MOT tests across 15,958 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Uno is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Uno.
Fiat Uno Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Uno. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Uno MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Uno to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Uno Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Uno fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Uno Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Uno owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Uno MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Uno year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 84 | 75.0% | 47,403 | 77,216 | 98,845 |
| 2010 | 101 | 65.3% | 72,133 | 94,690 | 121,071 |
| 1995 | 4,899 | 61.7% | 51,926 | 69,324 | 89,342 |
| 1994 | 10,077 | 60.3% | 52,821 | 68,875 | 86,385 |
| 1993 | 15,804 | 62.3% | 53,090 | 70,149 | 87,576 |
| 1992 | 7,160 | 62.5% | 47,976 | 65,200 | 83,125 |
| 1991 | 3,775 | 63.9% | 43,004 | 62,280 | 83,208 |
| 1990 | 6,167 | 63.0% | 50,594 | 68,420 | 91,130 |
| 1989 | 4,310 | 62.9% | 49,915 | 70,642 | 93,925 |
| 1988 | 3,774 | 64.3% | 43,846 | 64,634 | 92,624 |
| 1987 | 1,620 | 65.5% | 42,146 | 62,437 | 86,597 |
| 1986 | 724 | 67.4% | 37,804 | 62,064 | 84,141 |
| 1985 | 316 | 71.2% | 38,339 | 55,366 | 78,508 |
| 1984 | 164 | 61.6% | 34,079 | 43,338 | 71,922 |
| 1983 | 72 | 65.3% | 42,265 | 54,606 | 81,233 |
How Long Does a Fiat Uno Last?
Based on 15,958 Fiat Uno vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Uno Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Uno 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 Uno
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 84 tests
60.3% MOT pass rate from 10,077 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Uno is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 84 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Uno Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Uno THIS CAR | 62.5% | 59,194 | 67,904 mi | 39 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 430 | 87.3% | 107,083 | 50,661 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Uno trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat UnoShould you buy a used Fiat Uno?
The Fiat Uno has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.5% across 59,194 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Fiat Uno are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (5,579 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (4,778), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (4,649). 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 Uno owner drives around 2,151 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 Uno models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.