Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Fiat Benimar?

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 2018 Fiat Benimar?

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 2018 Fiat Benimar?

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 2018 Fiat Benimar reliable?

Based on MOT data from 161 vehicles, the 2018 Fiat Benimar has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Fiat Benimar?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Fiat Benimar are: COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (23.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (14.7% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (13.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Fiat Benimar?

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 Benimar (2018)

161 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.2% first-time pass rate

2018 Fiat Benimar

CarHunch analysed 161 real MOT records for the 2018 Fiat Benimar. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 FIAT BENIMAR is a strong performer on the MOT bench, with a first-time pass rate of 91.2% — well ahead of the UK average of 80% — and a reassuringly low dangerous defect rate of just 1.2%, so reliability concerns are minimal for prospective buyers. The average mileage sits at 13,695 miles, which is quite low for a 2018 model, suggesting many examples have been lightly used and well-preserved. With only 0.57 failures and 1.4 advisories per vehicle on average, this is a straightforward, low-maintenance proposition that won't surprise you with hidden problems. Before you buy, check the service history regardless: these figures are strong, but they reward owners who've stayed on top of maintenance.

We have limited data for the 2018 Fiat Benimar — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.57

Over 5.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 9k–17k

For context

These stats describe 161 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 161 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 23.5%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Tyre wear 14.7%

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Wipers & washers 10%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · …

Lighting 4.7%

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault · Nearside Headlamp aim too low · Offside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 3.5%

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Service brake efficiency below requirements

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 161 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Fiat Benimar 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.

12,381

typical

8,769

low mileage

16,644

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Fiat Benimar vehicles fall between 8,769 and 16,644 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,769 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.

✓ 8,769–16,644 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Fiat Benimars sit.

⚠ Over 22,469 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Fiat Benimar — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Fiat Benimars are still on the road.

Strong survival — 155 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.57

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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