Fiat Qubo
From 6,503 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Qubos fare better: 2019 models pass at 87.6% vs 67.1% for 2009.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 285 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 spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 285 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 245 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 159 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 158 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 151 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 117 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 100 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 88 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 87 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 74 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 30.5% of Qubo failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 27.9% 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 £120.
Fiat Qubo on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 222 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 221. At this rate, roughly 18.5 years until none remain. Now at 85.2% of its peak (4,771 in 2020 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 3,756 | 309 | +0 | -53 | -53 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,824 | 294 | +0 | -41 | -41 |
| 2025 Q1 | 3,894 | 265 | +0 | -70 | -70 |
| 2024 Q4 | 3,980 | 249 | +1 | -58 | -57 |
| 2024 Q3 | 4,062 | 224 | +1 | -51 | -50 |
| 2024 Q2 | 4,116 | 220 | +0 | -47 | -47 |
| 2024 Q1 | 4,159 | 224 | +0 | -60 | -60 |
| 2023 Q4 | 4,227 | 216 | +0 | -27 | -27 |
14 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qubo Mylife Multijet | Diesel | 652 | 18% |
| Qubo Mylife Multijet S-A | Diesel | 601 | 16% |
| Qubo Trekking Multijet | Diesel | 483 | 13% |
| Qubo Dynamic Multijet | Diesel | 471 | 13% |
| Qubo Active | Petrol | 269 | 7% |
| Qubo Mylife | Petrol | 256 | 7% |
| Qubo Dynamic Multijet S-A | Diesel | 237 | 6% |
| Qubo Active Multijet | Diesel | 198 | 5% |
| Qubo Lounge | Petrol | 121 | 3% |
| Qubo Lounge Multijet | Diesel | 113 | 3% |
| Qubo Dynamic Multijet 75 | Diesel | 108 | 3% |
| Qubo Dynamic | Petrol | 77 | 2% |
| Qubo Pop | Petrol | 76 | 2% |
| Qubo Active Multijet S-A | Diesel | 53 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 87.6% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2018 | 77.3% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2017 | 84.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2016 | 75.3% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
7 earlier years
| 2015 | 74.5% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 71% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2013 | 70.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2012 | 72.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2011 | 74% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2010 | 67.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2009 | 67.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Qubos tested had between 55,552 and 95,566 miles on the clock.
At 74,143 median miles, the Qubo has 0.037 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 Qubo MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Qubo has a 72.2% MOT pass rate based on 6,503 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Qubo?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Qubo is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 285 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber bush excessively worn.
How many Fiat Qubos are on UK roads?
There are 3,756 Fiat Qubos currently licensed on UK roads, with 309 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Qubo at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Qubo is 74,143 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 55,552 and 95,566 miles.
Buying a used Qubo?
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 72.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £120 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 30.5% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.