2002 Fiat Multipla — MOT failures & pass rate
368 MOT tests on the 2002 Fiat Multipla are in this dataset, and 65.8% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 27.5% of the time, so this is 6.7pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 17.4% of tests against 14.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, rbt (sp) and flexible brake hoses — wipers alone was recorded 30 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2002 Multipla fails 38.5% of the time in the 30-60k band and 38.3% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.2 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 42.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 17.4% | 64 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.1% | 52 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 12.8% | 47 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.6% | 39 |
| 5 | Visibility | 10.3% | 38 |
| 6 | Tyres | 7.6% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 30 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 25 |
| 3 | Flexible brake hoses | 21 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 21 |
| 5 | Washers | 18 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 18 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 42.4% | 156 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.7% | 135 |
| 3 | Tyres | 32.3% | 119 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 22.3% | 82 |
| 5 | Other defects | 16.6% | 61 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 13.0% | 48 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 52 | 38.5% |
| 60-90k | 92 | 34.8% |
| 90-120k | 98 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 66 | 36.4% |
| 150k+ | 47 | 38.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 252 | 34.5% |
| Petrol | 116 | 33.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 123 | 34.2% |
| 2022 | 87 | 35.6% |
| 2023 | 63 | 30.2% |
| 2024 | 51 | 37.3% |
| 2025 | 44 | 34.1% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Multipla
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 17.4% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (17.4% 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.
- Brakes (14.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (12.8% 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 2002 Fiat Multiplas pass their MOT?
65.8% of the 368 2002 Fiat Multipla MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 34.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Fiat Multipla?
Suspension, recorded in 17.4% of tests, followed by brakes (14.1%).
Does the 2002 Multipla get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 38.5% in the 30-60k band to 38.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 368 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.