Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii
VanFrom 443 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 23 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 | 23 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 19 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 9 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| 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 | 6 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 5 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 4 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 3 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 3 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.1% of Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 63.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £147.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82.4% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2020 | 78.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Talento Sportivo Multijet Iis tested had between 28,738 and 62,872 miles on the clock.
At 50,613 median miles, the Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii has 0.041 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 Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii has a 79.5% MOT pass rate based on 443 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 23 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii is 50,613 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 28,738 and 62,872 miles.
Buying a used Talento Sportivo Multijet Ii?
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 79.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £147 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.