2007 · 17 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2007 Fiat 500 MOT pass rate and common faults

132 MOT tests in 2024. 56.8% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

100About average
Passed first time56.8%
Failed or needed repairs43.2%
Typical mileage at test89,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 132 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases6.8%
  2. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed6.1%
  3. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits5.3%
  4. Wheel bearings: rough when rotated4.5%
  5. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn3.8%
  6. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.0%
  7. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure3.0%
    5 marked dangerous
  8. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.0%
  9. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.3%
  10. Macpherson strut - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn2.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension32.6%
  2. Emissions & leaks19.7%
  3. Lights & electrics19.7%
  4. Body & chassis16.7%
  5. Brakes12.9%
  6. Tyres12.1%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm20.5%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened18.9%
  3. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak12.1%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine11.4%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases11.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2007 Fiat 500?

In 2024, 56.8% of 2007 Fiat 500 cars passed their MOT first time, across 132 tests. The average for all 17-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2007 Fiat 500?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions not tested: unable to be completed; catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2007 Fiat 500 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 100, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).