2016 Fiat Burstner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 543 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Fiat Burstner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 91.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (85.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.2% | 23 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.1% | 17 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.2% | 12 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 5 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Outline marker lamp | 24 |
| 2 | Wipers | 15 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 5 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 4 |
| 6 | Washers | 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 | 8.1% | 44 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.6% | 14 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 12 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.0% | 11 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 10 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.9% | 5 |
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 | 419 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 121 | 13.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 103 | 4.9% |
| 2022 | 110 | 7.3% |
| 2023 | 116 | 7.8% |
| 2024 | 106 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 108 | 11.1% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Burstner
Before buying a 2016 Fiat Burstner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (3.1% 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.
- Brakes (2.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2016 Fiat Burstners pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 543 2016 Fiat Burstner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Fiat Burstner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by visibility (3.1%).
Does the 2016 Burstner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 13.2% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 543 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.