2009 Fiat Sedici — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2009 Fiat Sedici passed 71.3% of its 1,287 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (25.2% fail rate), the 2009 Sedici comes out 3.6pp worse. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 17.3% of tests against 12.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, rigid brake pipes and ball joint — coil spring alone was recorded 116 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 31.6% versus 19.5%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 39.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 17.3% | 222 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.5% | 161 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 11.6% | 149 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 5.8% | 74 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.6% | 72 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.4% | 57 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 116 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 99 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 86 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 68 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 57 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 54 |
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 | 39.2% | 505 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.2% | 466 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.0% | 322 |
| 4 | Other defects | 14.8% | 190 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.4% | 172 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.6% | 136 |
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 | 159 | 19.5% |
| 60-90k | 551 | 27.2% |
| 90-120k | 409 | 33.5% |
| 120-150k | 133 | 31.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 934 | 28.1% |
| Diesel | 353 | 30.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 355 | 29.3% |
| 2022 | 281 | 28.8% |
| 2023 | 250 | 26.8% |
| 2024 | 221 | 29.4% |
| 2025 | 180 | 29.4% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Sedici
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 17.3% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (17.3% 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.
- Brakes (12.5% 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 (11.6% 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 2009 Fiat Sedicis pass their MOT?
71.3% of the 1,287 2009 Fiat Sedici MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Fiat Sedici?
Suspension, recorded in 17.3% of tests, followed by brakes (12.5%).
Does the 2009 Sedici get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.5% in the 30-60k band to 31.6% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,287 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.