2007 Fiat Doblo — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Fiat Doblo passed 71.3% of its 17,523 recorded MOT tests. Vans of a similar age fail at 29.2%, so the 2007 Doblo sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.8% of all tests — 3.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, component mounting prescribed areas and wipers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 1,303 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 17.2% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 30.7% once past 150k.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.0pp more often than petrol ones (29.1% vs 27.1%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 32.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 27.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 2,774 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.6% | 2,205 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.2% | 1,617 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.1% | 1,419 |
| 5 | Brakes | 8.0% | 1,409 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.2% | 1,269 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 1,303 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 1,071 |
| 3 | Wipers | 917 |
| 4 | Exhaust system | 832 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 771 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 749 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 32.2% | 5,645 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.7% | 5,034 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.4% | 4,450 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 20.6% | 3,615 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.2% | 3,010 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 14.6% | 2,558 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 274 | 17.2% |
| 30-60k | 1,866 | 22.9% |
| 60-90k | 4,336 | 26.4% |
| 90-120k | 4,995 | 30.8% |
| 120-150k | 3,548 | 30.9% |
| 150k+ | 2,446 | 30.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 13,473 | 29.1% |
| Petrol | 4,050 | 27.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,436 | 27.9% |
| 2022 | 3,999 | 28.4% |
| 2023 | 3,546 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 3,022 | 29.3% |
| 2025 | 2,520 | 29.8% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Doblo
On a 2007 Doblo, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.2% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Fiat Doblos pass their MOT?
71.3% of the 17,523 2007 Fiat Doblo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Fiat Doblo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.8% of tests, followed by suspension (12.6%).
Does the 2007 Doblo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.2% in the 0-30k band to 30.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 17,523 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.