1992 · 32 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1992 Fiat Ducato MOT pass rate and common faults

391 MOT tests in 2024. 56.8% passed first time, compared with 68.8% for all cars the same age.

83Well below average
Passed first time56.8%
Failed or needed repairs43.2%
Typical mileage at test91,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 391 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt8.2%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.6%
  3. Position lamp: not working5.4%
  4. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.6%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.1%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.8%
  7. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.6%
  8. Exhaust system: system insecure3.3%
  9. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.3%
  10. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements3.3%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics58.8%
  2. Body & chassis30.2%
  3. Brakes26.1%
  4. Suspension15.3%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.7%
  6. Emissions & leaks9.0%
  7. Steering3.1%
  8. Tyres3.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine24.0%
  2. Wheel bearings: has excessive play22.5%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened15.1%
  4. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded14.8%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.2%

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: joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. 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 1992 Fiat Ducato?

In 2024, 56.8% of 1992 Fiat Ducato cars passed their MOT first time, across 391 tests. The average for all 32-year-old cars was 68.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1992 Fiat Ducato?

The most common failure reasons were joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; position lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1992 Fiat Ducato reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 83, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).