Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii reliable?

Based on MOT data from 659 vehicles, the 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii (2021)

659 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii

CarHunch analysed 659 real MOT records for the 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi MultiJet II sits dead level with the UK average, posting a 79.9% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, so reliability is exactly what you'd expect from a van of this age. The 14.1% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect is moderate for a commercial vehicle, but worth noting if you're buying from a private seller—get a full pre-purchase inspection.

At 65,566 km average and 61,261 km median, these vans are running relatively light mileage for three-year-old workhorses, suggesting many are lightly used. The 0.58 failures and 1.7 advisories per vehicle are both reasonable figures; focus your pre-buy checks on the exhaust system and brake components, which are the typical weak points on diesel vans of this type.

The 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (82.4%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

82.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

14.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.58

Over 2.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

61k

Middle half: 33k–85k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 659 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 659 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	658	82.5%	0.58

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,346 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 80.9%

1,089

Blue 6.3%

Multi-colour 4.3%

Grey 3.1%

Red 1.6%

Yellow 1.4%

Green 1.3%

Gold 0.7%

Silver 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

61,261

typical

32,903

low mileage

84,949

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii vehicles fall between 32,903 and 84,949 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,903 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 32,903–84,949 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Iis sit.

⚠ Over 114,681 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Ii — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet Iis are still on the road.

Strong survival — 603 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.58

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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