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Fiat Qubo Mk1 built around 2018: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Fiat Qubo Mk1 models built around 2018 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

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Fiat Qubo Mk1
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2009-2019MPVPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 5,202 tests of Qubo models registered 2009-2019.

Mk1 fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
6722.4%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
20724.1%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
25621.5%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
21020.5%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
31024.8%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
55126.9%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
92430.0%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
97627.7%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
74928.3%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
70432.2%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
24831.4%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 15 years old.

How the Qubo Mk1 compares

At each age below, see how the Qubo Mk1 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 46,069 tests across 9 Fiat models, built around 2018 (7 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateFiat average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
6722.4%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
20724.1%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
25621.5%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
21020.5%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
31024.8%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
55126.9%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
92430.0%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
97627.7%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
74928.3%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
70432.2%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
24831.4%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Shock absorbers

Worth checking

Bounce-test each corner; check for oily streaks down the strut bodies.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other people carriers to compare

Other people carriers, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Qubo Mk1.

  1. 1

    Kia Venga

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    11.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.7%
    Dangerous
    3.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.8%

    Lower fail rate: 11.8%, against 24.1% for the Fiat Qubo Mk1, both built around 2018.

    5,255 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Hyundai ix20

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    12.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1%
    Dangerous
    4.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.4%

    Lower fail rate: 12.5%, against 24.1% for the Fiat Qubo Mk1, both built around 2018.

    3,239 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Toyota Estima

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    17.7%

    Lower fail rate: 17.7%, against 24.1% for the Fiat Qubo Mk1, both built around 2018.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,057 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Vauxhall Zafira

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    20.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    89.7%

    Lower fail rate: 20.3%, against 24.1% for the Fiat Qubo Mk1, both built around 2018.

    3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    10,737 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Fiat Qubo.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

2 recalls in all

Both Qubo Mk1 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 1 more

Top concerns

  • Unintended airbag deployment
  • Braking efficiency may be reduced

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

How Qubo Mk1 cars have aged

How Qubo Mk1 cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%3579111315Age at MOTBuilt around 2018, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 17.7% (62 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2018, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 15.6% (64 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2018, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 14.5% (62 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2018, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 24.6% (69 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2018, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (67 tests, 2025 data)2018Built around 2017, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 13.9% (166 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2017, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 17.7% (124 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2017, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 25.0% (124 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2017, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 22.1% (122 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2017, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 21.0% (167 tests, 2025 data)2017Built around 2016, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 18.0% (89 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2016, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 23.0% (100 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2016, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 22.9% (96 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2016, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.8% (97 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2016, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 20.2% (89 tests, 2025 data)2016Built around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 21.7% (120 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 20.8% (120 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 23.9% (117 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 24.6% (118 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 24.5% (110 tests, 2025 data)2015Built around 2014, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 20.5% (219 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2014, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 22.1% (217 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2014, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 28.7% (223 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2014, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 27.1% (207 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2014, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 24.5% (184 tests, 2025 data)2014Built around 2013, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.8% (555 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2013, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 22.0% (504 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2013, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 28.6% (497 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2013, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (477 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2013, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 30.4% (474 tests, 2025 data)2013Built around 2012, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 26.1% (746 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2012, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 25.6% (727 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2012, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 25.8% (708 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2012, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 27.1% (669 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2012, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 27.4% (614 tests, 2025 data)2012Built around 2011, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (497 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2011, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (495 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2011, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 27.4% (486 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2011, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 25.5% (432 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2011, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 26.9% (413 tests, 2025 data)2011Built around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 29.8% (621 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 27.4% (555 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 30.2% (549 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (505 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.1% (447 tests, 2025 data)2010Built around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (442 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 30.6% (369 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 29.5% (336 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (293 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 31.5% (248 tests, 2025 data)2009
First registered around 2018First registered around 2017First registered around 2016First registered around 2015
All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common issues on Fiat Qubos of this age

This list covers every Fiat Qubo built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    15.5%
    Advisory: 49Fail: 6 (11% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    14.0%
    Advisory: 37Fail: 4 (10% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    7.3%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 17 (100% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Shock absorber bush slightly worn

    6.8%
    Advisory: 11Fail: 11 (50% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    4.3%
    Advisory: 9Fail: 1 (10% of the times it was found)

Based on 207 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Fiat Qubo Mk1 (2009-2019) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 207 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 5,202 MOT tests on Fiat Qubos first registered between 2009-2019. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.