Fiat Doblo
From 68,470 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Doblos fare better: 2021 models pass at 74.8% vs 63.6% for 2003.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 3,045 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3,045 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 2,465 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,731 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,619 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 1,289 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 1,288 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,162 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 1,110 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,104 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 1,089 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 30.4% of Doblo failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 34.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £127.
Fiat Doblo on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 3,988 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 14 newly registered, a net loss of 3,974. At this rate, roughly 12.2 years until none remain. Now at 75.3% of its peak (64,578 in 2017 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 40,864 | 7,785 | +1 | -953 | -952 |
| 2025 Q2 | 41,829 | 7,772 | +1 | -868 | -867 |
| 2025 Q1 | 42,678 | 7,790 | +2 | -1,076 | -1,074 |
| 2024 Q4 | 44,024 | 7,518 | +10 | -1,091 | -1,081 |
| 2024 Q3 | 45,275 | 7,348 | +49 | -1,048 | -999 |
| 2024 Q2 | 46,480 | 7,142 | +64 | -875 | -811 |
| 2024 Q1 | 47,297 | 7,136 | +283 | -837 | -554 |
| 2023 Q4 | 48,045 | 6,942 | +148 | -710 | -562 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doblo 16V Multijet | Diesel | 9,850 | 31% |
| Doblo Sx Multijet | Diesel | 3,602 | 11% |
| Doblo Dynamic | Petrol | 1,951 | 6% |
| Doblo 16V Xl Multijet Lwb | Diesel | 1,779 | 6% |
| Doblo 16V Multijet Ii | Diesel | 1,650 | 5% |
| Doblo Dynamic M-Jet | Diesel | 1,273 | 4% |
| Doblo 16V Sx Maxi Mutijet Ii | Diesel | 1,247 | 4% |
| Doblo 16V Tecnico Maxi Mtjt Ii | Diesel | 1,240 | 4% |
| Doblo 16V Tecnico Multijet Ii | Diesel | 1,093 | 3% |
| Doblo Cargo Multijet 16V | Diesel | 1,020 | 3% |
| Doblo 16V Sx Multijet | Diesel | 982 | 3% |
| Doblo 16V Multijet Swb | Diesel | 894 | 3% |
| Doblo Active | Diesel | 887 | 3% |
| Doblo 16V Sx Mutijet Ii | Diesel | 874 | 3% |
| Doblo 16V Maxi Multijet Ii | Diesel | 779 | 2% |
| Doblo Mylife | Petrol | 597 | 2% |
| Doblo Active M-Jet | Diesel | 594 | 2% |
| Doblo Bluehdi | Diesel | 520 | 2% |
| Doblo Easy | Petrol | 508 | 2% |
| Doblo Easy Multijet | Diesel | 487 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74.8% | brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2020 | 77.3% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2019 | 76.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2018 | 76.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
17 earlier years
| 2017 | 74% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2016 | 72.5% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2015 | 72.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2014 | 71% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 78.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2012 | 66.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2011 | 67.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 68.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2009 | 70.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
| 2008 | 67.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2007 | 65.2% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 65.8% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2005 | 62.8% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2004 | 61.9% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2003 | 63.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2002 | 60.5% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2001 | 63.4% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
Typical mileage
Half of all Doblos tested had between 36,343 and 90,953 miles on the clock.
At 57,459 median miles, the Doblo has 0.049 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Fiat models
| Fiat 500 | 75% |
| Fiat Ducato | 75.4% |
| Fiat Panda | 71.7% |
| Fiat Punto | 65.7% |
| Fiat 500X | 80.1% |
Common questions
What is the Fiat Doblo MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Doblo has a 71.6% MOT pass rate based on 68,470 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Doblo?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Doblo is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 3,045 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Fiat Doblos are on UK roads?
There are 40,864 Fiat Doblos currently licensed on UK roads, with 7,785 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Doblo at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Doblo is 57,459 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 36,343 and 90,953 miles.
Buying a used Doblo?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 71.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £127 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 30.4% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.