Fiat Doblo
Registered from 2001 to 2026.
About this model
The Fiat Doblò is a panel van and leisure activity vehicle produced by Italian automaker Fiat since 2000. It was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in October 2000. A second-generation Doblò succeeded the original vehicle in 2010 for most markets, and it was sold in the United States as the RAM ProMaster City from 2015 to 2022. The second generation was also sold in Europe and the UK as the Opel/Vauxhall Combo. The third-generation Doblò is a rebadged version of the 2018 third-generation Citroën Berlingo, and was unveiled in June 2022. The third generation Doblò is therefore also sold as the Opel or Vauxhall Combo, Peugeot Partner, and Toyota ProAce, as well as the Citroen Berlingo.
From the Wikipedia article Fiat Doblò, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2013 1.2 diesel. 949 of 5,261 tests failed, 18%.
Better than 56% of 2013 cars. The typical one fails 19%, across 828 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 59% | 562 |
| Lights and electrics | 34% | 326 |
| Tyres and wheels | 25% | 240 |
| Exhaust and emissions | 25% | 234 |
| Brakes | 17% | 162 |
| Body and structure | 15% | 146 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- A tyre seriously damaged
Where it stands out against its peers
- Suspension: failed more often than 94% of 2013 cars — 59% of its 949 failed tests, where an ordinary 2013 car has 34%.
- Exhaust and emissions: failed more often than 92% of 2013 cars — 25% of its 949 failed tests, where an ordinary 2013 car has 8%.
Same model year only, at least 30 peer cars, zeros included. Every car has a worst part; this shows which, and how far from ordinary it is. A high share means more to check, not a verdict.
NHTSA's investigations are American; no European regulator publishes an equivalent record, so this section has nothing to draw on for a European car. There is no European equivalent of the service-bulletin register either.
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 59% of its failures
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- Tyres and wheels — 25% of its failures
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- A tyre seriously damaged
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- Exhaust and emissions — 25% of its failures
- Brakes — 17% of its failures
- Lights and electrics — 34% of its failures
- Body and structure — 15% of its failures
When it starts failing
At 180–200k miles this one fails 26% of its inspections, against the 24% an ordinary car of the same age fails.
| Odometer | Failure rate | Rate | Its age | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20–40k miles | 9% | 12% | 729 | |
| 40–60k miles | 12% | 16% | 1,335 | |
| 60–80k miles | 17% | 20% | 1,089 | |
| 80–100k miles | 23% | 22% | 784 | |
| 100–120k miles | 27% | 24% | 615 | |
| 120–140k miles | 26% | 24% | 358 | |
| 140–160k miles | 31% | 24% | 193 | |
| 160–180k miles | 28% | 24% | 71 | |
| 180–200k miles | 26% | 24% | 34 |
5,208 British inspections, grouped by the odometer reading recorded at the test.
Half of these have more than 60k miles on them. That is how far people drive this car, not how long it lasts.
Specification
| Year | Measured |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1.6 diesel · 114 hp · 1625 kg · 2889 mm wheelbase · 6.5 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 1.6 diesel · 113 hp · 1593 kg · 2787 mm wheelbase · 6.7 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 1.4 petrol · 102 hp · 1530 kg · 2755 mm wheelbase · 9.4 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2017 | 1.2 diesel · 94 hp · 1464 kg · 2793 mm wheelbase · 5.1 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 1.4 petrol · 103 hp · 1476 kg · 2752 mm wheelbase · 7.2 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2015 | 1.6 diesel · 102 hp · 1547 kg · 2791 mm wheelbase · 5.6 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2014 | 1.6 diesel · 98 hp · 1542 kg · 2785 mm wheelbase · 5.6 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2011 | 1.2 diesel · 88 hp · 1469 kg · 2709 mm wheelbase · 5.0 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2010 | 1.2 diesel · 1497 kg · 2705 mm wheelbase · 5.0 L/100km (NEDC) |
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/00789/23
The fuel return line may leak fuel, creating a a risk of fire in the engine compartment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/02567/23
The maximum load of the factory fitted tyres is less than the maximum permitted weight on the rear axle. Overloading the tyres can damage them and impede the road grip, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/03141/23
Due to an error in the specific calibration software of the electronic engine control unit (ECU), an incorrect value may be given when the data are processed by the vehicle. This may result in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/03178/24
When there is a specific error in the vacuum circuit and after 6 seconds with the brake applied, the electronic control unit send an "Invalid Value" to the hydraulic brake compensation (HBC). This can cause the HBC to stop functioning, leading to a reduction in braking efficiency. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/00374/26
Vehicles fitted with a DV5R engine may experience a fuel leak. The non-conformity of the round shape on the cone of the common rail may cause the nut to loosen, resulting in the possibility of fuel leaking between the nut and the thread, leading to fuel vapours and fuel flow into the hot exhaust system. This may lead to a fire under the bonnet. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/00713/26
Vehicles fitted with a DV5R engine may experience a fuel leak. The non-conformity of the round shape on the cone of the common rail may cause the nut to loosen, resulting in the possibility of fuel leaking between the nut and the thread, leading to fuel vapours and fuel flow into the hot exhaust system. This may lead to a fire under the bonnet. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/00965/26
The DV5R engine may experience a loss of power due to slippage of the water pump pulley. This slippage can cause misalignment of the timing belt, potentially resulting in engine shutdown. The sprocket of the water pump pulley may detach from the shaft, which can lead to the loss of parts on the road and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/01171/26
In vehicles fitted with a DV5 diesel engine, the NOx sensor may not have been properly tightened during installation. This may allow exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment and could result in visible exhaust fumes around the engine area, overheating of nearby components, a risk of fire, and increased NOx emissions. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
2 more campaigns have been filed against this model. A dealer can check by VIN which apply to one car.