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FIAT DOBLO (2016)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 6,137 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

77%

Total Tests (2024)

6,137

Avg Mileage

83,145 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,595

Is the 2016 FIAT DOBLO reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.

At 8 years old, 77% of FIAT DOBLOs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 6,137 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 83,145 miles.

How does the 2016 FIAT DOBLO compare?

Rank among all 2016 cars537th out of 586(top 92%)
Rank among all FIAT models533th out of 818(top 65%)
vs national average-5% (82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average-8% (85% avg)
vs FIAT average-6% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2016 FIAT DOBLO has 83,145 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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 2016 sits between the two at 77%.

How much does a 2016 FIAT DOBLO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1598cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,595
Per month£133/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 2016 FIAT DOBLO

The 2016 FIAT DOBLO is a small family car with a 1598cc diesel engine. 6,137 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2016 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 83,145 miles at 8 years old, FIAT DOBLO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2016 FIAT DOBLO Fuel Costs

The 1598cc 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 2016 FIAT DOBLO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,595 (£133/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2016 FIAT DOBLO

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 81%. With 6,137 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2016 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: