Fiat Tipo reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Fiat Tipo is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 69 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 430 of 442, and 27.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (3.5% of tests).
Ranked 430 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 12,637 Fiat Tipos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 27.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Fiat Tipo is 45% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 20.9% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
27.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
20.9%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,900
Typical age at test: 6 years
Fiat Tipo MOT failure rate by age
Most common Fiat Tipo MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.5% of tests
- Coil spring: fractured or broken3.4% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.4% of tests
- Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak3.0% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.0% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.1% of tests
What the Fiat Tipo fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 9.4% | ▲ 2.8× as often |
| Tyres | 7.4% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 6.5% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Visibility | 5.6% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Brakes | 5.4% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.5% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Body and structure | 0.8% | ▼ 25% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | About average |
| Steering | 0.3% | ▼ 56% less often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | About average |
What MPG does the Fiat Tipo do?
Official economy for the Fiat Tipo ranges from 35.8 to 83.1mpg across the 46 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2018–2024). A typical petrol version manages 51.9mpg and a typical diesel 76.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Fiat Tipo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Fiat Tipo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £225 a year.
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Official figures for 46 versions sold in the UK between 2018 and 2024.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
35.8–83.1 mpg
CO2
89–185 g/km
Power
73–131 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tipo 1.0 100hp (VL)73 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 51.9 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo 1.0 100hp (VH)73 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 48 mpg | 133g | £200 | 32% |
| Tipo CROSS 1.5 130hp Hybrid 48V DDCT (VL)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 55.9 mpg | 115g | £200 | 29% |
| Tipo GARMIN 1.5 130hp Hybrid 48V DDCT (VL)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 54.9 mpg | 116g | £200 | 29% |
| Tipo CROSS 1.5 130hp Hybrid 48V DDCT (VH)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 52.1 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo GARMIN 1.5 130hp Hybrid 48V DDCT (VH)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 52.1 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo CITY LIFE 1.0 100hp (VL)100 PS · M5 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 51.9 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo CROSS 1.0 100hp (VL)100 PS · M5 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 51.9 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo CITY LIFE 1.0 100hp (VH)100 PS · M5 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 48 mpg | 133g | £200 | 32% |
| Tipo CROSS 1.0 100hp (VH)100 PS · M5 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 48 mpg | 133g | £200 | 32% |
| Tipo GARMIN 1.5 130hp Hybrid 48V DDCT131 PS · A7 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 54.9 mpg | 116g | £200 | 29% |
| Tipo Hatchback (RED) 1.0 100hpM5 · listed 2022 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo Hatchback CITY SPORT 1.0 100hpM5 · listed 2022 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo Hatchback CROSS 1.0 100hpM5 · listed 2022 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Tipo Hatchback LIFE 1.0 100hpM5 · listed 2022 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 46 versions.
What a Fiat Tipo costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 51.9mpg…
- diesel, typical official 76.3mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Fiat Tipo reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Fiat Tipo is 45% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 69 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Fiat Tipo?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 3.5% of tests. It fails on suspension and exhaust and emissions more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Fiat Tipo do?
Official economy for the Fiat Tipo ranges from 35.8 to 83.1mpg across the 46 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2018–2024). A typical petrol version manages 51.9mpg and a typical diesel 76.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Fiat Tipo?
Any Fiat Tipo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Fiat Tipo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £225 a year.
›How many Fiat Tipos fail their MOT?
27.6% of Fiat Tipos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 20.9% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Fiat Tipo combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.