2002 Fiat Ducato — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,696 MOT tests analysed for the 2002 Fiat Ducato, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 74.8% was above the average for vans of a similar age (70.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.6% in the 150k+ group versus 20.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 2,157 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.9% | 1,489 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.2% | 1,265 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.0% | 1,100 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.3% | 864 |
| 6 | Tyres | 1.9% | 264 |
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 | 1,312 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 891 |
| 3 | Wipers | 646 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 638 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 544 |
| 6 | Chassis condition | 500 |
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 | 27.5% | 3,772 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.3% | 3,607 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.9% | 2,584 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 14.3% | 1,963 |
| 5 | Tyres | 12.4% | 1,699 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.3% | 1,269 |
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 | 1,330 | 20.4% |
| 30-60k | 6,991 | 24.0% |
| 60-90k | 3,611 | 27.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,061 | 27.5% |
| 120-150k | 403 | 31.0% |
| 150k+ | 273 | 32.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 13,645 | 25.1% |
| Petrol | 51 | 31.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,899 | 24.6% |
| 2022 | 2,827 | 25.1% |
| 2023 | 2,771 | 25.1% |
| 2024 | 2,635 | 25.8% |
| 2025 | 2,564 | 25.3% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Ducato
Before buying a 2002 Fiat Ducato, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.8% of tests for this year.
- 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.
- Brakes (10.9% 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 (9.2% 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 2002 Fiat Ducatos pass their MOT?
74.8% of the 13,696 2002 Fiat Ducato MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Fiat Ducato?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.8% of tests, followed by brakes (10.9%).
Does the 2002 Ducato get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.4% in the 0-30k band to 32.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,696 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.