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FIAT DOBLO (2004)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,358 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

65%

Total Tests (2024)

1,358

Avg Mileage

115,483 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,690

Is the 2004 FIAT DOBLO reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.

At 20 years old, 65% of FIAT DOBLOs from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,358 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 115,483 miles.

How does the 2004 FIAT DOBLO compare?

Rank among all 2004 cars440th out of 491(top 90%)
Rank among all FIAT models775th out of 818(top 95%)
vs national average-17% (82% avg)
vs 2004 cars average-7% (72% avg)
vs FIAT average-18% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2004 FIAT DOBLO has 115,483 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a FIAT DOBLO?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 81% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2004 sits between the two at 65%.

How much does a 2004 FIAT DOBLO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1242cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,690
Per month£141/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FIAT DOBLO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202179%1,38644,472 mi
202081%1,26338,000 mi
201980%2,82557,691 mi
201881%3,25662,268 mi
201778%4,27872,295 mi
201677%6,13783,145 mi
201577%8,43088,576 mi
201475%10,76188,317 mi
201380%11,63579,791 mi
201273%3,37199,075 mi
201173%2,918106,924 mi
201073%2,761100,683 mi
200974%2,76186,543 mi
200873%3,40599,780 mi
200770%3,684106,389 mi
200671%2,646111,593 mi
200568%1,777117,189 mi
200465%1,358115,483 mi
200366%787122,652 mi
200265%371126,417 mi
200165%104109,687 mi

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About the 2004 FIAT DOBLO

The 2004 FIAT DOBLO is a small family car with a 1242cc diesel engine. 1,358 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 90% of 2004 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 115,483 miles at 20 years old, FIAT DOBLO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2004 FIAT DOBLO Fuel Costs

The 1242cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2004 FIAT DOBLO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

FIAT DOBLO Reliability Trend

Newer FIAT DOBLOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2004 FIAT DOBLO

At 20 years old, the FIAT DOBLO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 81%.

Alternatives to the 2004 FIAT DOBLO

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: