2019 Fiat 500X S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 345 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Fiat 500X S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.2% | 18 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.7% | 6 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.6% | 2 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 2 | Washers | 6 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 1 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joints | 1 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 1 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 26.1% | 90 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.0% | 24 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.5% | 19 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 3 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 3 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 2 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 212 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 123 | 8.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 76 | 2.6% |
| 2023 | 85 | 2.4% |
| 2024 | 92 | 10.9% |
| 2025 | 92 | 7.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 500X S-A
Before buying a 2019 Fiat 500X S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Fiat 500X S-As pass their MOT?
93.9% of the 345 2019 Fiat 500X S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Fiat 500X S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by visibility (1.7%).
Does the 2019 500X S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 345 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.