Fiat Stilo Active 16v (2004)
2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16v
CarHunch analysed 114 real MOT records for the 2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16v. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16V is a reliability concern: only 19.2% pass their MOT first time, less than a quarter of the UK average of 80%. While dangerous defects are rare at 1.8%, the sheer frequency of failures means this car will likely need repeated visits to the garage.
These Stilos are running relatively light at 30,719 miles median (typical for a 20-year-old), yet still averaging 0.3 failures and 0.3 advisories per test, suggesting wear or poor maintenance rather than high mileage wear-and-tear. If you're considering one, budget for prompt repairs and have a pre-purchase inspection by a Fiat-familiar mechanic, because getting this model through MOT reliably requires active upkeep.
What to check before buying a 2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16v
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.
- 📄 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 (81%) | 92 | 8.9% | 0.12 |
| Other (19%) | 22 | 62.5% | 1.05 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16v 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 2004 Fiat Stilo Active 16v vehicles fall between 29,227 and 40,889 miles.
MOT History Averages
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