2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Fiat Doblo MOT pass rate and common faults

1,050 MOT tests in 2024. 48.3% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time48.3%
Failed or needed repairs51.7%
Typical mileage at test112,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,050 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect8.3%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.9%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn5.0%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.0%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.6%
  6. Position lamp: not working4.4%
  7. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.8%
  8. Individual direction indicators: incorrect colour3.4%
  9. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.3%
  10. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.2%
    51 marked dangerous

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics45.0%
  2. Suspension27.3%
  3. Brakes23.8%
  4. Body & chassis18.7%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.8%
  6. Emissions & leaks11.3%
  7. Tyres8.2%
  8. Steering5.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm22.5%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.4%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.0%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.0%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.5%

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: headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect. 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 2005 Fiat Doblo?

In 2024, 48.3% of 2005 Fiat Doblo cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,050 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Fiat Doblo?

The most common failure reasons were headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2005 Fiat Doblo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).