Fiat 500c (2014)
2014 Fiat 500c
CarHunch analysed 2,410 real MOT records for the 2014 Fiat 500c. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Fiat 500C is just above average for reliability, with an 81.2% first-time pass rate slightly ahead of the UK baseline, but a serious red flag is that 38.5% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one today. This high proportion of hazardous faults suggests electrical, braking, or structural issues have been prevalent across the model line.
At nearly 40,000 miles median mileage, these are properly run-in cars, yet they're still averaging 2.23 failures and 14.9 minor advisories per test, indicating maintenance problems accumulate quickly even on relatively low-mileage examples. Before buying, insist on a full service history and have an independent mechanic inspect the electrical system, brakes, and suspension thoroughly—the data suggests these are where the 500C shows its age.
What to check before buying a 2014 Fiat 500c
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 38.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 2,386 | 81.2% | 2.23 |
| Diesel (1%) | 24 | 80.8% | 2.38 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Fiat 500c vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Fiat 500c vehicles fall between 27,182 and 48,910 miles.
2014 Fiat 500c — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 2,207 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Fiat 500c
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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50.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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47.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.3%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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33.6%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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31.6%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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30.2%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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