2016 · 8 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2016 Fiat Qubo MOT pass rate and common faults

142 MOT tests in 2024. 65.5% passed first time, compared with 76.6% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time65.5%
Failed or needed repairs34.5%
Typical mileage at test35,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 142 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken10.6%
  2. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush8.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.9%
    11 marked dangerous
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.2%
    6 marked dangerous
  5. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.8%
  6. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn2.1%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.4%
  8. Headlamp aim: too low1.4%
  9. Macpherson strut: top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play1.4%
  10. Pipes and hoses: leaking1.4%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension21.8%
  2. Tyres12.7%
  3. Steering5.6%
  4. Brakes4.2%
  5. Emissions & leaks3.5%
  6. Lights & electrics3.5%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)2.8%
  8. Body & chassis2.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.7%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.9%
  3. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush3.5%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine3.5%
  5. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: coil spring: fractured or broken. 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 2016 Fiat Qubo?

In 2024, 65.5% of 2016 Fiat Qubo cars passed their MOT first time, across 142 tests. The average for all 8-year-old cars was 76.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2016 Fiat Qubo?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush; tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2016 Fiat Qubo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).