Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Fiat Multipla?

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 2008 Fiat Multipla?

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 2008 Fiat Multipla?

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.

How many 2008 Fiat Multipla vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

57% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Fiat Multipla reliable?

Based on MOT data from 379 vehicles, the 2008 Fiat Multipla has a first-time MOT pass rate of 67.9%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Fiat Multipla?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Fiat Multipla are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (57.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (44.9% 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 2008 Fiat Multipla?

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 Multipla (2008)

379 real MOT outcomes analysed • 67.9% first-time pass rate

2008 Fiat Multipla

CarHunch analysed 379 real MOT records for the 2008 Fiat Multipla. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 379 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2008 Fiat Multipla is a poor performer on the MOT bench, with only a 67.9% first-time pass rate—nearly 13 percentage points below the UK average of 80%. More concerning, 57% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is well above acceptable thresholds and suggests systemic reliability problems with this model.

These Multiplas are averaging around 70,000 miles at test, which is reasonable for their age, but they're racking up nearly 5 failures and almost 24 advisories per vehicle—indicating widespread wear and deterioration across multiple systems. If you're considering buying one, budget for significant repairs and treat any MOT pass as a starting point, not a clean bill of health; get a thorough pre-purchase inspection from a specialist who knows Fiats well.

The 2008 Fiat Multipla has a below-average first-time pass rate (67.9% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

67.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

57%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.92

Over 15 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

71k

Middle half: 54k–89k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 379 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 379 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 59.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

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

Other issues 41.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Brake wear 35.3%

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

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

Suspension & steering 32.6%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Fiat Multipla

Based on MOT data from 379 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 57% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (96%)	362	67.9%	4.94

Colour Breakdown

Based on 18,445 Fiat Multipla vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 36.2%

6,680

Grey 26.9%

4,958

Red 14%

2,575

Black 7.6%

1,408

Green 6.2%

1,137

Silver 3.6%

663

Yellow 3.1%

563

Bronze 1.1%

200

Orange 0.6%

112

Beige 0.5%

100

Gold 0.2%

Purple 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Fiat Multipla 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.

70,668

typical

54,495

low mileage

88,789

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Fiat Multipla vehicles fall between 54,495 and 88,789 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 54,495 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.

✓ 54,495–88,789 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Fiat Multiplas sit.

⚠ Over 119,865 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Fiat Multipla — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 16% of 2008 Fiat Multiplas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 58 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.92

Avg failures per vehicle

23.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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