2019 Fiat 500 Star S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 466 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Fiat 500 Star S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.5% | 21 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.1% | 19 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 13 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.4% | 11 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.9% | 9 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washers | 14 |
| 2 | Wipers | 12 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 5 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.5% | 77 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.7% | 64 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.8% | 27 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 12 |
| 5 | Other defects | 2.4% | 11 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 1.9% | 9 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 392 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 66 | 12.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 109 | 7.3% |
| 2023 | 124 | 8.1% |
| 2024 | 115 | 7.0% |
| 2025 | 118 | 9.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 500 Star S-A
Before buying a 2019 Fiat 500 Star S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (4.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Fiat 500 Star S-As pass their MOT?
92.1% of the 466 2019 Fiat 500 Star S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Fiat 500 Star S-A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by tyres (4.1%).
Does the 2019 500 Star S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 466 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.