2011 Fiat Multipla — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 455 MOT tests, the 2011 Fiat Multipla recorded a 70.1% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 22.8% of the time, so this is 7.1pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 14.7% of tests against 11.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, headlamp aim and exhaust system — pins and bushes alone was recorded 30 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 29.5% versus 21.7%.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 34.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 29.2% in 2021 to 27.7% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.7% | 67 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 51 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 43 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.9% | 36 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.6% | 30 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.2% | 19 |
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 | 30 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 24 |
| 3 | Exhaust system | 17 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 15 |
| 5 | Prescribed areas | 15 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 14 |
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 | 34.1% | 155 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.8% | 149 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.4% | 111 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.3% | 74 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 51 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.0% | 50 |
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 | 46 | 21.7% |
| 30-60k | 203 | 31.5% |
| 60-90k | 141 | 28.4% |
| 90-120k | 44 | 29.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 113 | 29.2% |
| 2022 | 98 | 24.5% |
| 2023 | 103 | 34.9% |
| 2024 | 76 | 32.9% |
| 2025 | 65 | 27.7% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Multipla
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 14.7% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (14.7% 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 (11.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2011 Fiat Multiplas pass their MOT?
70.1% of the 455 2011 Fiat Multipla MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Fiat Multipla?
Suspension, recorded in 14.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (11.2%).
Does the 2011 Multipla get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.7% in the 0-30k band to 29.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 455 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.