2007 Fiat Ducato — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 31,624 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Fiat Ducato, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 81.3% was above the average for vans of a similar age (70.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.3% in the 150k+ group versus 14.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 3,874 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.6% | 2,394 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.4% | 1,714 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.7% | 1,483 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.2% | 1,328 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.9% | 902 |
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 | 1,627 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 1,231 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 1,105 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 1,026 |
| 5 | Wipers | 920 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 869 |
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 | 17.0% | 5,385 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.8% | 4,982 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 4,325 |
| 4 | Tyres | 12.6% | 3,994 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.4% | 2,646 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.4% | 2,326 |
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 | 5,596 | 14.1% |
| 30-60k | 15,857 | 15.1% |
| 60-90k | 4,290 | 20.8% |
| 90-120k | 2,217 | 28.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,667 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,966 | 32.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,790 | 18.5% |
| 2022 | 6,466 | 18.2% |
| 2023 | 6,331 | 18.1% |
| 2024 | 6,084 | 19.3% |
| 2025 | 5,953 | 19.5% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Ducato
Before buying a 2007 Fiat Ducato, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.6% 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 (5.4% 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 2007 Fiat Ducatos pass their MOT?
81.3% of the 31,624 2007 Fiat Ducato MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Fiat Ducato?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.3% of tests, followed by brakes (7.6%).
Does the 2007 Ducato get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.1% in the 0-30k band to 32.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 31,624 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.