2017 · 7 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2017 Fiat Tipo MOT pass rate and common faults

5,924 MOT tests in 2024. 68.7% passed first time, compared with 79.8% for all cars the same age.

86Well below average
Passed first time68.7%
Failed or needed repairs31.3%
Typical mileage at test59,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 5,924 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken5.3%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.9%
    336 marked dangerous
  3. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak3.7%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.4%
    240 marked dangerous
  5. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn2.4%
  6. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.0%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.7%
  8. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.4%
  9. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.3%
    94 marked dangerous
  10. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn1.1%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension15.0%
  2. Lights & electrics10.0%
  3. Tyres9.2%
  4. Brakes8.8%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.8%
  6. Emissions & leaks3.1%
  7. Body & chassis0.9%
  8. Wheels0.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm21.2%
  2. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak12.9%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.4%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick9.6%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure7.5%

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 2017 Fiat Tipo?

In 2024, 68.7% of 2017 Fiat Tipo cars passed their MOT first time, across 5,924 tests. The average for all 7-year-old cars was 79.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2017 Fiat Tipo?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2017 Fiat Tipo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 86, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).