2008 · 16 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2008 Fiat Doblo MOT pass rate and common faults

2,055 MOT tests in 2024. 56.5% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

99About average
Passed first time56.5%
Failed or needed repairs43.5%
Typical mileage at test95,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 2,055 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.2%
  2. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.7%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.5%
  4. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction3.3%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.0%
    98 marked dangerous
  6. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.6%
  7. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.6%
  8. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush2.5%
  9. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed2.3%
    61 marked dangerous
  10. Stop lamp: not working2.3%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics30.3%
  2. Suspension18.9%
  3. Brakes14.2%
  4. Body & chassis13.4%
  5. Emissions & leaks13.1%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.1%
  7. Tyres8.8%
  8. Steering3.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm21.2%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened14.9%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine13.1%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.5%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases10.3%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. 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 2008 Fiat Doblo?

In 2024, 56.5% of 2008 Fiat Doblo cars passed their MOT first time, across 2,055 tests. The average for all 16-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2008 Fiat Doblo?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2008 Fiat Doblo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 99, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).