Fiat Doblo Cargo
From 4,317 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Doblo Cargos fare better: 2013 models pass at 85.5% vs 61.1% for 2007.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are 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, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, 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, caused 250 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.
| 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 | 250 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 233 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 215 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 143 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 125 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 117 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 111 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 110 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 105 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 100 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 23.9% of Doblo Cargo failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 22% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £114.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 85.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2012 | 65.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2011 | 65.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 65.8% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
6 earlier years
| 2009 | 61.5% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2008 | 60.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, 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 |
| 2007 | 61.1% | 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 |
| 2006 | 66.5% | 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 |
| 2005 | 58.2% | 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 |
| 2004 | 64% | 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, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Doblo Cargos tested had between 96,408 and 139,972 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 127,693 median miles, the Doblo Cargo has 0.028 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 Doblo | 71.6% |
Common questions
What is the Fiat Doblo Cargo MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Doblo Cargo has a 64.6% MOT pass rate based on 4,317 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Doblo Cargo?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Doblo Cargo is 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, which caused 250 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Doblo Cargo at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Doblo Cargo is 127,693 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 96,408 and 139,972 miles.
Buying a used Doblo Cargo?
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 64.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £114 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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