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FV08 RLU

2008 Fiat Doblo

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,140 mi
Last recorded107,140 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Doblo68,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 RLU
MakeFiat
ModelDoblo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2021 107,140 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 97,946 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear seats missing at time of test

Fail 26 Mar 2019 97,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear seats missing at time of test

Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,603 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 80,633 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 73,331 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear seat belts not tested due to structure in boot

Pass 30 Mar 2015 64,672 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 52,746 miles

tow bar sockets damaged but usable

Pass 27 Mar 2013 43,879 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,667 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 35,531 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 26,368 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 26,151 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Doblo?

Based on 1,002,322 MOT tests across 77,624 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,512
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
77,624
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,655
Registration plate lamp not working 17,573
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,367
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,383
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FV08 RLU is a 2008 Fiat Doblo in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Doblo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 68,814 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Doblo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 RLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Doblo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat Doblo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV08 RLU registered?

FV08 RLU is a 2008 Fiat Doblo, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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