2023 Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Power — MOT failures & pass rate
295 MOT tests on the 2023 Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Power are in this dataset, and 94.9% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (5.8% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.5% of tests against 3.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, rbt (sp) and outline marker lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 58 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2023 Ducato 42 Maxi Power fails 5.1% of the time in the 0-30k band and 2.6% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.5 points.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 37 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.0% | 9 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.0% | 3 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.0% | 3 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.0% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 1 |
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 | 58 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 4 |
| 3 | Outline marker lamp | 3 |
| 4 | Hand lever | 2 |
| 5 | Pedal | 2 |
| 6 | Passenger's seat | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.1% | 12 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.4% | 10 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.7% | 5 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.7% | 5 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 3 |
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 | 79 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 135 | 5.9% |
| 60-90k | 77 | 2.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 149 | 4.7% |
| 2025 | 141 | 5.7% |
What to check before buying a 2023 Ducato 42 Maxi Power
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 12.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (12.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.0% 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.
- Tyres (1.0% 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.
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 2023 Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Powers pass their MOT?
94.9% of the 295 2023 Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Power MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2023 Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Power?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.5% of tests, followed by brakes (3.0%).
Does the 2023 Ducato 42 Maxi Power get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 2.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 295 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.