Fiat Fullback
From 5,048 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 125 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 125 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 123 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 73 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 51 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 46 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 42 |
| 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 | 38 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 36 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 32 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 29 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 48.7% of failures are serious: 48.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% 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 £100.
Fiat Fullback on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 33 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 33. At this rate, roughly 98.8 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,680 | 87 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,694 | 80 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,712 | 75 | +0 | -0 | +6 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,699 | 82 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,731 | 63 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,742 | 59 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,772 | 59 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,803 | 54 | +0 | -0 | +16 |
5 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullback Lx 4X4 | Diesel | 935 | 35% |
| Fullback Lx 4X4 Auto | Diesel | 800 | 30% |
| Fullback Cross 4X4 | Diesel | 360 | 13% |
| Fullback Cross 4X4 Auto | Diesel | 329 | 12% |
| Fullback Sx 4X4 | Diesel | 256 | 10% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 85.4% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2018 | 83.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2017 | 84.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2016 | 83.5% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fullbacks tested had between 51,002 and 78,653 miles on the clock.
At 62,414 median miles, the Fullback has 0.025 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 Fullback MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Fullback has a 84.1% MOT pass rate based on 5,048 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Fullback?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Fullback is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 125 failures. Other common issues include brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded.
How many Fiat Fullbacks are on UK roads?
There are 2,680 Fiat Fullbacks currently licensed on UK roads, with 87 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Fullback at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Fullback is 62,414 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 51,002 and 78,653 miles.
Buying a used Fullback?
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 84.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £100 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.