Fiat Bessacarr
From 649 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 12 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 | 12 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 9 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 3 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| wiper not operating or missing | 2 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 2 |
Fiat Bessacarr on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 3 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 3.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 148 | 22 | +0 | -0 | +1 |
| 2025 Q2 | 152 | 17 | +0 | -0 | +1 |
| 2025 Q1 | 140 | 28 | +0 | -1 | -1 |
| 2024 Q4 | 136 | 33 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2024 Q3 | 154 | 17 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
| 2024 Q2 | 166 | 5 | +0 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q1 | 155 | 9 | +0 | -5 | -5 |
| 2023 Q4 | 145 | 24 | +0 | -1 | -1 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 95.7% | 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 |
| 2016 | 92.6% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bessacarrs tested had between 14,742 and 32,777 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,207 median miles, the Bessacarr has 0.036 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 Bessacarr MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Bessacarr has a 92.1% MOT pass rate based on 649 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Bessacarr?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Bessacarr is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction.
How many Fiat Bessacarrs are on UK roads?
There are 148 Fiat Bessacarrs currently licensed on UK roads, with 22 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Bessacarr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Bessacarr is 22,207 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,742 and 32,777 miles.
Buying a used Bessacarr?
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.