2012 · 12 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2012 Fiat Qubo MOT pass rate and common faults

779 MOT tests in 2024. 63.7% passed first time, compared with 64.3% for all cars the same age.

99About average
Passed first time63.7%
Failed or needed repairs36.3%
Typical mileage at test70,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 779 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken5.9%
  2. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush4.1%
  3. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.1%
    42 marked dangerous
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.3%
    36 marked dangerous
  5. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.4%
  6. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.1%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.8%
  8. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases1.7%
  9. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play1.5%
  10. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn1.4%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension19.4%
  2. Lights & electrics12.5%
  3. Tyres10.7%
  4. Emissions & leaks6.5%
  5. Body & chassis6.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.6%
  7. Brakes5.3%
  8. Steering2.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.8%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.4%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.3%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened9.8%
  5. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush6.2%

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: 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 2012 Fiat Qubo?

In 2024, 63.7% of 2012 Fiat Qubo cars passed their MOT first time, across 779 tests. The average for all 12-year-old cars was 64.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2012 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 2012 Fiat Qubo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 99, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).