Fiat Auto Trail
From 15,140 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 151 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.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 151 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 137 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 125 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 101 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 63 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 62 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 56 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 45 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 34 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 31 |
Fiat Auto Trail on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 239 newly registered in the past year with 2 leaving, a net gain of 237. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 7,875 | 348 | +35 | -2 | +33 |
| 2025 Q2 | 7,912 | 278 | +53 | -0 | +82 |
| 2025 Q1 | 7,352 | 756 | +54 | -0 | +79 |
| 2024 Q4 | 7,112 | 917 | +97 | -0 | +101 |
| 2024 Q3 | 7,644 | 284 | +222 | -28 | +194 |
| 2024 Q2 | 7,567 | 167 | +278 | -0 | +370 |
| 2024 Q1 | 7,062 | 302 | +238 | -139 | +99 |
| 2023 Q4 | 6,503 | 762 | +140 | -76 | +64 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Trail Tracker Eks | Diesel | 413 | 12% |
| Auto-Trail Expedition 67 | Diesel | 290 | 8% |
| Auto-Trail Expedition 68 | Diesel | 239 | 7% |
| Auto-Trail Expedition 66 | Diesel | 223 | 6% |
| Auto Trail Apache 634 | Diesel | 196 | 5% |
| Auto Trail Imala 615 | Diesel | 196 | 5% |
| Auto Trail Tracker Fb | Diesel | 189 | 5% |
| Auto Trail V Line 635 Se | Diesel | 161 | 5% |
| Auto Trail Imala 620 | Diesel | 159 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Tribute T 615 | Diesel | 155 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Imala 625 | Diesel | 149 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Tracker Rs | Diesel | 147 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Tribute 670 | Diesel | 142 | 4% |
| Auto-Trail Imala 615 | Diesel | 140 | 4% |
| Auto-Trail Tribute T669 | Diesel | 137 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Imala 715 | Diesel | 131 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Apache 632 | Diesel | 130 | 4% |
| Auto Trail Tribute T 620 | Diesel | 129 | 4% |
| Auto-Trail Tribute T680 | Diesel | 125 | 3% |
| Auto-Trail V Line 635 Sport Sa | Diesel | 122 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2020 | 91.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 90.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2018 | 93% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
7 earlier years
| 2017 | 92.6% | an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2016 | 91.2% | an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 90.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2014 | 87.9% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2013 | 88.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2012 | 89.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2011 | 89.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Auto Trails tested had between 12,047 and 26,653 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,180 median miles, the Auto Trail has 0.051 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 Auto Trail MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Auto Trail has a 90.7% MOT pass rate based on 15,140 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Auto Trail?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Auto Trail is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 151 failures. Other common issues include an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction.
How many Fiat Auto Trails are on UK roads?
There are 7,875 Fiat Auto Trails currently licensed on UK roads, with 348 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Auto Trail at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Auto Trail is 18,180 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,047 and 26,653 miles.
Buying a used Auto Trail?
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.
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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.