2019 · 5 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2019 Fiat 500X MOT pass rate and common faults

3,323 MOT tests in 2024. 86.8% passed first time, compared with 84.9% for all cars the same age.

102Above average
Passed first time86.8%
Failed or needed repairs13.2%
Typical mileage at test32,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 3,323 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.0%
    109 marked dangerous
  2. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits2.0%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.7%
  4. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.3%
  5. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.0%
    44 marked dangerous
  6. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn0.7%
  7. Tyres - condition: has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure0.5%
    18 marked dangerous
  8. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick0.5%
    23 marked dangerous
  9. Headlamp aim: too high0.4%

Problem areas

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

  1. Tyres6.1%
  2. Emissions & leaks2.8%
  3. Lights & electrics2.5%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)1.8%
  5. Suspension1.6%
  6. Brakes1.0%
  7. Body & chassis0.2%
  8. Steering0.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm15.3%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.2%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.8%
  4. Non-component advisories: Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt4.5%
  5. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.6%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. 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 2019 Fiat 500X?

In 2024, 86.8% of 2019 Fiat 500X cars passed their MOT first time, across 3,323 tests. The average for all 5-year-old cars was 84.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2019 Fiat 500X?

The most common failure reasons were tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. The biggest problem area was tyres.

Is the 2019 Fiat 500X reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 102, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).