2002 · 22 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2002 Fiat Doblo MOT pass rate and common faults

196 MOT tests in 2024. 51.0% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

88Well below average
Passed first time51.0%
Failed or needed repairs49.0%
Typical mileage at test118,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 196 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength16.3%
  2. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect7.7%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.6%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.1%
  5. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak4.6%
  6. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.6%
  7. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.1%
    14 marked dangerous
  8. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.1%
    10 marked dangerous
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.1%
  10. Position lamp: not working3.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension44.4%
  2. Lights & electrics35.2%
  3. Body & chassis24.5%
  4. Brakes21.4%
  5. Tyres15.3%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.2%
  7. Emissions & leaks9.7%
  8. Steering4.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure18.9%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine18.9%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.9%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened13.8%
  5. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened12.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Fiat Doblo?

In 2024, 51.0% of 2002 Fiat Doblo cars passed their MOT first time, across 196 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Fiat Doblo?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2002 Fiat Doblo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 88, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).