Fiat Uno Ie Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Uno Ie reliable? We analysed 655 real MOT tests across 174 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Uno Ie 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 parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Uno Ie.
Fiat Uno Ie Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Uno Ie. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Uno Ie MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Uno Ie to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Uno Ie Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Uno Ie fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Uno Ie Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Uno Ie owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Uno Ie MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Uno Ie year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 418 | 62.0% | 58,070 | 73,821 | 90,204 |
| 1992 | 233 | 60.9% | 50,898 | 65,140 | 82,182 |
How Long Does a Fiat Uno Ie Last?
Based on 174 Fiat Uno Ie vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Uno Ie Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Uno Ie 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 Ie
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
62.0% MOT pass rate from 418 tests
60.9% MOT pass rate from 233 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Uno Ie is 1993, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 62.0% across 418 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.9% — 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 Ie Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Uno Ie THIS CAR | 61.8% | 655 | 70,412 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 |
| Ford Mondeo Graphite TDCI | 79.6% | 269 | 131,884 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Uno Ie trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Uno Ie has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.8% across 655 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Fiat Uno Ie are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (89 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (58), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (58). 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 Ie owner drives around 3,867 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 Ie 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.