2022 Fiat 500E Red — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 860 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Fiat 500E Red, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.5% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 4.3% | 37 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.8% | 33 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.7% | 23 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.9% | 16 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 46 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 29 |
| 3 | Washers | 14 |
| 4 | Wipers | 11 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 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 | 16.3% | 140 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.0% | 43 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.7% | 23 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 15 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.6% | 5 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 4 |
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 | 804 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 54 | 14.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 500E Red
Before buying a 2022 Fiat 500E Red, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (4.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (3.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.7% 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.
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 2022 Fiat 500E Reds pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 860 2022 Fiat 500E Red MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Fiat 500E Red?
Suspension, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.8%).
Does the 2022 500E Red get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 14.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 860 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.