How reliable is the Fiat 500 Star Mhev?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Fiat 500 Star Mhev consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 2,179 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 90.6%.
Fiat 500 Star Mhev reliability by year
How the Fiat 500 Star Mhev performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 90% | 15,354 km |
| 2020 | 90.6% | 46,524 km |
| 2021 | 91.7% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Fiat 500 Star Mhev as a model. The reliability of any individual Fiat 500 Star Mhev also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fiat 500 Star Mhev reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Fiat 500 Star Mhev consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 91%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Fiat 500 Star Mhev?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.8% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (0.8% of inspections); Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (0.6% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.5% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (0.5% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Fiat 500 Star Mhev?
For a typical Fiat 500 Star Mhev, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 24,758 km at 3 years, 46,524 km at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Fiat 500 Star Mhev before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.