Fiat Tribute
From 660 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 wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 13 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 13 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 7 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 5 |
| 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 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.2% of Tribute failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 36.2% 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 £113.
Fiat Tribute on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 7 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 7. At this rate, roughly 55 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 211 | 9 | +0 | -5 | -5 |
| 2025 Q2 | 220 | 5 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
| 2025 Q1 | 200 | 25 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2024 Q4 | 198 | 29 | +0 | -0 | +2 |
| 2024 Q3 | 215 | 10 | +0 | -0 | +3 |
| 2024 Q2 | 218 | 4 | +0 | -0 | +11 |
| 2024 Q1 | 201 | 10 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2023 Q4 | 193 | 28 | +0 | -0 | +3 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 91.7% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2013 | 90.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tributes tested had between 23,435 and 52,538 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 38,998 median miles, the Tribute has 0.031 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 Tribute MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Tribute has a 88% MOT pass rate based on 660 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Tribute?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Tribute is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Fiat Tributes are on UK roads?
There are 211 Fiat Tributes currently licensed on UK roads, with 9 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Tribute at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Tribute is 38,998 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,435 and 52,538 miles.
Buying a used Tribute?
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.