Fiat Stilo (2001)
2001 Fiat Stilo
CarHunch analysed 120 real MOT records for the 2001 Fiat Stilo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Fiat Stilo is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with only 66.5% of vehicles passing their MOT first time compared to 80% nationally—and nearly a third have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a genuine buyer concern. Petrol and diesel breakdowns aren't available, but the overall picture suggests this model struggles with age-related wear.
At around 68,000 miles on average, these Stilos are holding typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging nearly 4 failures and 11 advisories per test, indicating recurring maintenance issues rather than isolated problems. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the braking system, suspension, and electrical components—the high advisory count suggests these areas are where owners commonly face expense.
What to check before buying a 2001 Fiat Stilo
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.
- ⚠️ 31.7% 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 (80%) | 96 | 67.2% | 3.97 |
| Diesel (20%) | 24 | 63.9% | 3.54 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 2001 Fiat Stilo vehicles fall between 47,566 and 70,463 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Fiat Stilo
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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82.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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81.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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64.1%
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated
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63.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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45.1%
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
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44.6%
Oil leak
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40.9%
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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