2021 Fiat Burstner: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2021 Fiat Burstners, from 124 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: only 124 of these were MOT tested in 2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
What gets flagged at MOT
The share of 2021 Fiat Burstner MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors8% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Tyres4% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Lights and electrics4% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Oil and fluid leaks2% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 103 | Lights and electrics 7% |
| 2019 | 110 | Tyres 13% |
| 2018 | 144 | Lights and electrics 10% |
| 2017 | 225 | Tyres 13% |
| 2016 | 100 | Suspension 10% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2021 Fiat Burstners registered in 2021. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score