2019 Fiat Doblo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 7,937 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Fiat Doblo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 81.8% was below the average for vans of a similar age (84.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.6% in the 150k+ group versus 11.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.8% | 536 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.3% | 502 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 4.9% | 386 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.5% | 360 |
| 5 | Brakes | 4.3% | 341 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.5% | 282 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 380 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 345 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 301 |
| 4 | Washers | 164 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 134 |
| 6 | Wipers | 127 |
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 | 20.9% | 1,661 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.5% | 991 |
| 3 | Visibility | 7.7% | 609 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.6% | 601 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.9% | 471 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.6% | 362 |
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 | 2,231 | 11.5% |
| 30-60k | 3,076 | 19.9% |
| 60-90k | 1,676 | 20.8% |
| 90-120k | 637 | 23.1% |
| 120-150k | 197 | 22.8% |
| 150k+ | 119 | 28.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,546 | 19.4% |
| Petrol | 1,391 | 12.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 118 | 16.1% |
| 2022 | 1,951 | 16.1% |
| 2023 | 1,966 | 17.3% |
| 2024 | 1,978 | 19.8% |
| 2025 | 1,924 | 19.7% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Doblo
Before buying a 2019 Fiat Doblo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (6.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.3% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (4.9% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2019 Fiat Doblos pass their MOT?
81.8% of the 7,937 2019 Fiat Doblo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Fiat Doblo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by suspension (6.3%).
Does the 2019 Doblo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.5% in the 0-30k band to 28.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,937 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.