Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2015 Fiat 500 S?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2015 Fiat 500 S?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2015 Fiat 500 S?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2015 Fiat 500 S reliable?

Based on MOT data from 325 vehicles, the 2015 Fiat 500 S has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2015 Fiat 500 S?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Fiat 500 S (2015)

325 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.7% first-time pass rate

2015 Fiat 500 S

CarHunch analysed 325 real MOT records for the 2015 Fiat 500 S. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Limited data for this trim variant. The DVLA records this vehicle under a specific trim-level name with only 325 vehicles on record — some statistics may not be reliable at this sample size.

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The 2015 Fiat 500 S passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (84.7%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

84.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.47

Over 3.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

48k

Middle half: 37k–61k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

These stats describe 325 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 325 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Other (50%)	164	84.8%	0.92
Petrol (49%)	160	—	0

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,132 Fiat 500 S vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 31.3%

354

Red 22%

249

Grey 21.6%

245

Black 11.8%

134

Blue 8.8%

100

Beige 2.3%

Yellow 2.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2015 Fiat 500 S vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

47,675

typical

37,002

low mileage

60,506

high mileage

Half of all 2015 Fiat 500 S vehicles fall between 37,002 and 60,506 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 37,002 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 37,002–60,506 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2015 Fiat 500 Ss sit.

⚠ Over 81,683 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2015 Fiat 500 S — Still on the Road

Almost all 2015 Fiat 500 Ss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 133 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

3.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.47

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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