2022 Fiat Doblo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 843 MOT tests, the 2022 Fiat Doblo recorded an 84.3% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail 13.4% of the time, so this is 2.3pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (5.1%) and suspension (5.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, headlamp aim and washers — shock absorbers alone was recorded 30 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.1% in the 0-30k band and 21.1% in the 90-120k band, a 10.1-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 21.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 43 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.0% | 42 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.5% | 38 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 4.2% | 35 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.7% | 31 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.2% | 27 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 30 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 28 |
| 3 | Washers | 26 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 24 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 21 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 16 |
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 | 21.1% | 178 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.7% | 90 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.5% | 55 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.3% | 36 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.8% | 32 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 24 |
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 | 217 | 11.1% |
| 30-60k | 411 | 17.0% |
| 60-90k | 151 | 16.6% |
| 90-120k | 52 | 21.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 15.6% |
| 2025 | 811 | 15.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Doblo
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (5.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (5.0% 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.
- Brakes (4.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2022 Fiat Doblos pass their MOT?
84.3% of the 843 2022 Fiat Doblo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Fiat Doblo?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by suspension (5.0%).
Does the 2022 Doblo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.1% in the 0-30k band to 21.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 843 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.