2014 Fiat Doblo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 39,237 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Fiat Doblo, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 77.0% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (77.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.9% in the 150k+ group versus 14.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 13.6% | 5,326 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 4,894 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.9% | 2,294 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 5.1% | 2,011 |
| 5 | Brakes | 4.5% | 1,755 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.7% | 1,437 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,772 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 1,704 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 1,250 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 1,172 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 1,148 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 1,068 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.2% | 9,486 |
| 2 | Suspension | 20.1% | 7,879 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.3% | 5,208 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 9.1% | 3,558 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 8.0% | 3,142 |
| 6 | Visibility | 8.0% | 3,118 |
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 | 2,002 | 14.7% |
| 30-60k | 9,110 | 17.4% |
| 60-90k | 13,417 | 23.2% |
| 90-120k | 9,577 | 27.0% |
| 120-150k | 3,435 | 28.1% |
| 150k+ | 1,614 | 28.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 38,283 | 23.1% |
| Petrol | 954 | 18.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,297 | 19.6% |
| 2022 | 8,254 | 21.6% |
| 2023 | 8,079 | 23.6% |
| 2024 | 7,612 | 24.9% |
| 2025 | 6,995 | 26.0% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Doblo
Before buying a 2014 Fiat Doblo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 13.6% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (13.6% 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.
- 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.
- Tyres (5.9% 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 2014 Fiat Doblos pass their MOT?
77.0% of the 39,237 2014 Fiat Doblo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Fiat Doblo?
Suspension, recorded in 13.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (12.5%).
Does the 2014 Doblo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.7% in the 0-30k band to 28.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 39,237 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.