Fiat 500X
From 52,357 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 500Xs fare better: 2021 models pass at 89.6% vs 75.8% for 2015.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 2,055 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 2,055 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,458 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,189 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,172 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 951 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 850 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 642 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 513 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 460 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 451 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.4% of failures are serious: 31.8% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 6.6% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £86.
The warranty question
A new 500X passes its MOT 90.8% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 77.7%, a 13.1 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. With an average repair bill of £86 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a 500X that's past its third birthday.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 82% while Diesel versions pass at 76.4%, a 6 percentage point gap.
Fiat 500X on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 146 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 14 newly registered, a net loss of 132.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 10,655 | 94 | +0 | -58 | -58 |
| 2025 Q2 | 10,729 | 78 | +0 | -9 | -9 |
| 2025 Q1 | 10,744 | 72 | +4 | -79 | -75 |
| 2024 Q4 | 10,823 | 68 | +10 | -0 | +53 |
| 2024 Q3 | 10,772 | 66 | +46 | -33 | +13 |
| 2024 Q2 | 10,769 | 56 | +12 | -0 | +94 |
| 2024 Q1 | 10,675 | 56 | +98 | -50 | +48 |
| 2023 Q4 | 10,612 | 71 | +118 | -0 | +120 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500X City Cross | Petrol | 2,490 | 25% |
| 500X Cross | Petrol | 1,670 | 17% |
| 500X Sport | Petrol | 1,136 | 11% |
| 500X Cross S-A | Petrol | 767 | 8% |
| 500X City Cross S-A | Petrol | 751 | 7% |
| 500X Urban | Petrol | 634 | 6% |
| 500X Sport S-A | Petrol | 554 | 6% |
| 500X S-Design | Petrol | 474 | 5% |
| 500X Cross Multijet S-A | Diesel | 215 | 2% |
| 500X Mhev S-A | Petrol | 179 | 2% |
| 500X 120Th Anniversary | Petrol | 159 | 2% |
| 500X S-Design S-A | Petrol | 158 | 2% |
| 500X Mirror | Petrol | 150 | 1% |
| 500X Cross Mhev S-A | Petrol | 112 | 1% |
| 500X 120Th Anniversary S-A | Petrol | 107 | 1% |
| 500X Red | Petrol | 103 | 1% |
| 500X Cross + | Petrol | 101 | 1% |
| 500X Connect | Petrol | 92 | <1% |
| 500X Sport Mhev S-A | Petrol | 90 | <1% |
| 500X Red S-A | Petrol | 88 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 90.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 89% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 85.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
3 earlier years
| 2017 | 80% | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 77.7% | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 75.8% | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all 500Xs tested had between 19,698 and 35,380 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 28,258 median miles, the 500X has 0.07 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Fiat models
| Fiat 500 | 75% |
| Fiat Ducato | 75.4% |
| Fiat Panda | 71.7% |
| Fiat Punto | 65.7% |
| Fiat Doblo | 71.6% |
Common questions
What is the Fiat 500X MOT pass rate?
The Fiat 500X has a 80.1% MOT pass rate based on 52,357 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat 500X?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat 500X is steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 2,055 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Fiat 500Xs are on UK roads?
There are 10,655 Fiat 500Xs currently licensed on UK roads, with 94 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat 500X at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat 500X is 28,258 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,698 and 35,380 miles.
Buying a used 500X?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 80.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £86 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.