Fiat Multipla
From 1,459 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired and a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 219 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 219 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 72 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 57 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 54 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 52 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 50 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 50 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 46 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 41 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 40 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.8% of Multipla failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 56.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £189.
Fuel type matters
Diesel versions pass at 63% while Petrol versions pass at 51%, a 12 percentage point gap.
Fiat Multipla on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 228 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 228. At this rate, roughly 7.6 years until none remain. Now at 10.5% of its peak (16,593 in 2009 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 511 | 1,225 | +0 | -43 | -43 |
| 2025 Q2 | 556 | 1,223 | +0 | -38 | -38 |
| 2025 Q1 | 588 | 1,229 | +0 | -68 | -68 |
| 2024 Q4 | 634 | 1,251 | +0 | -79 | -79 |
| 2024 Q3 | 682 | 1,282 | +0 | -67 | -67 |
| 2024 Q2 | 736 | 1,295 | +0 | -51 | -51 |
| 2024 Q1 | 779 | 1,303 | +0 | -53 | -53 |
| 2023 Q4 | 844 | 1,291 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multipla Eleganza Jtd | Diesel | 130 | 39% |
| Multipla Dynamic Jtd | Diesel | 129 | 39% |
| Multipla 115 Elx Jtd | Petrol | 76 | 23% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 69.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2010 | 66.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2009 | 65.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2008 | 56.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
5 earlier years
| 2007 | 59.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2006 | 60.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2005 | 55.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 62% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2003 | 61% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Multiplas tested had between 69,838 and 120,944 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 92,053 median miles, the Multipla has 0.042 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 Multipla MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Multipla has a 61.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,459 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Multipla?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Multipla is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 219 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
How many Fiat Multiplas are on UK roads?
There are 511 Fiat Multiplas currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,225 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Multipla at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Multipla is 92,053 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 69,838 and 120,944 miles.
Buying a used Multipla?
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 61.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £189 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.8% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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