2008 · 16 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2008 Fiat Fiorino MOT pass rate and common faults

134 MOT tests in 2024. 46.3% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

81Well below average
Passed first time46.3%
Failed or needed repairs53.7%
Typical mileage at test117,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 134 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.7%
    16 marked dangerous
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.7%
  3. Coil spring: fractured or broken6.0%
  4. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction5.2%
  5. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.5%
    6 marked dangerous
  6. Position lamp: not working4.5%
  7. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.5%
  8. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.5%
  9. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.7%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.7%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics44.0%
  2. Suspension35.1%
  3. Tyres17.2%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)14.2%
  5. Body & chassis13.4%
  6. Emissions & leaks7.5%
  7. Steering6.0%
  8. Brakes5.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm23.9%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.4%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.7%
  4. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak9.0%
  5. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened9.0%

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: 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 2008 Fiat Fiorino?

In 2024, 46.3% of 2008 Fiat Fiorino cars passed their MOT first time, across 134 tests. The average for all 16-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2008 Fiat Fiorino?

The most common failure reasons were tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; coil spring: fractured or broken. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2008 Fiat Fiorino reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 81, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).