2022 Fiat 500E — MOT failures & pass rate
2,376 MOT tests on the 2022 Fiat 500E are in this dataset, and 91.3% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (4.3%) and tyres (3.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, headlamp aim and washers — pins and bushes alone was recorded 119 times.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 18.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 4.3% | 102 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.4% | 80 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.2% | 77 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 66 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 8 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 7 |
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 | 119 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 90 |
| 3 | Washers | 46 |
| 4 | Wipers | 44 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 27 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 12 |
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 | 18.4% | 437 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.5% | 82 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.3% | 79 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 49 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 25 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 6 |
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 | 2,128 | 7.4% |
| 30-60k | 240 | 19.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67 | 9.0% |
| 2025 | 2,309 | 8.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 500E
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 4.3% of tests. Start there.
- 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.
- Tyres (3.4% 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.
- Visibility (3.2% 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 500Es pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 2,376 2022 Fiat 500E MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Fiat 500E?
Suspension, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.4%).
Does the 2022 500E get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.4% in the 0-30k band to 19.2% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,376 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.