2000 Fiat Ducato — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,782 MOT tests analysed for the 2000 Fiat Ducato, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 72.6% was above the average for vans of a similar age (70.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 35.5% in the 150k+ group versus 21.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.8% | 1,737 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.9% | 1,168 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.1% | 988 |
| 4 | Visibility | 8.4% | 819 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.3% | 814 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.3% | 220 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 1,061 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 731 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 612 |
| 4 | Wipers | 568 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 549 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 547 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 38.5% | 3,764 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.0% | 3,030 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.9% | 1,942 |
| 4 | Tyres | 13.3% | 1,299 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.9% | 1,265 |
| 6 | Steering | 7.8% | 759 |
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 | 424 | 21.0% |
| 30-60k | 4,197 | 24.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,527 | 29.5% |
| 90-120k | 1,019 | 30.0% |
| 120-150k | 366 | 31.4% |
| 150k+ | 245 | 35.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 9,648 | 27.3% |
| Petrol | 134 | 32.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,998 | 28.3% |
| 2022 | 2,046 | 27.2% |
| 2023 | 1,989 | 27.7% |
| 2024 | 1,884 | 27.0% |
| 2025 | 1,865 | 26.5% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Ducato
Before buying a 2000 Fiat Ducato, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.9% 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.
- Suspension (10.1% 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.
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 2000 Fiat Ducatos pass their MOT?
72.6% of the 9,782 2000 Fiat Ducato MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Fiat Ducato?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.8% of tests, followed by brakes (11.9%).
Does the 2000 Ducato get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.0% in the 0-30k band to 35.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,782 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.