Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii
VanFrom 1,841 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 74 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.
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 74 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 55 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 54 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 52 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 40 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 36 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 36 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 35 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 35 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 32 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 36.5% of failures are serious: 24.5% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 12% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £72.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 77.4% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2020 | 75.9% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Iis tested had between 40,253 and 77,506 miles on the clock.
At 62,946 median miles, the Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii has 0.037 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 Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii has a 76.6% MOT pass rate based on 1,841 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii is parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 74 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii is 62,946 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 40,253 and 77,506 miles.
Buying a used Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?
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 76.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £72 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.