2007 Fiat Ducato — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 31,626 MOT tests, the 2007 Fiat Ducato recorded an 81.3% pass rate. That is 10.6 percentage points better than vans of a similar age, which fail at 29.2%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 12.3% of all tests — 4.7 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, service brake performance and component mounting prescribed areas — headlamp aim alone was recorded 1,627 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 14.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.3% once past 150k — 2.3× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 17.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 3,875 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.6% | 2,395 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.4% | 1,714 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.7% | 1,483 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.2% | 1,329 |
| 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% | 5,386 |
| 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 | 7.3% | 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 | 1,669 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,966 | 32.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,792 | 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
On a 2007 Ducato, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- 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 31,626 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 31,626 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.