Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start reliable? We analysed 2,185 real MOT tests across 561 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 347 | 63.1% | 51,729 | 66,550 | 82,621 |
| 1994 | 891 | 59.1% | 51,190 | 64,428 | 77,625 |
| 1993 | 946 | 59.4% | 54,942 | 69,941 | 85,007 |
How Long Does a Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Last?
Based on 561 Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start 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 1.0 Ie Start
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
63.1% MOT pass rate from 347 tests
59.1% MOT pass rate from 891 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.1% across 347 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start THIS CAR | 59.9% | 2,185 | 67,494 mi | 33 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 Zafira Design | 80.5% | 1,490 | 90,807 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.9% across 2,185 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Fiat Uno 1.0 Ie Start are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (295 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (241), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (228). 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 1.0 Ie Start owner drives around 3,865 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 1.0 Ie Start models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.