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Auto-trail Motorhome Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Auto-trail Motorhome reliable? We analysed 4,761 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,761 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.9%
Typical Mileage
32,360mi
Annual Mileage
1,713mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Auto-trail Motorhome is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake binding and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Auto-trail Motorhome.

Auto-trail Motorhome Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Auto-trail Motorhome. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Auto-trail Motorhome MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Auto-trail Motorhome to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.2%
2007
83.7%
2006
81%
2005
78.9%
2004
76.7%
2003
80.1%
2002
78.1%
2001

Auto-trail Motorhome Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Auto-trail Motorhome fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
brake binding 48
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Registration plate lamp not working 26
Headlamp aim too low 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25

Auto-trail Motorhome Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Auto-trail Motorhome owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
854 mi/yr
Typical
1,713 mi/yr
Average
2,422 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,062 mi/yr

Auto-trail Motorhome MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Auto-trail Motorhome year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 297 85.2% 16,164 27,879 43,164
2006 521 83.7% 16,206 26,671 39,266
2005 874 81.0% 22,458 33,849 45,638
2004 1,107 78.9% 19,856 32,856 47,501
2003 890 76.7% 21,220 32,706 47,636
2002 732 80.1% 22,900 31,846 43,258
2001 251 78.1% 28,766 42,785 63,042

How Long Does a Auto-trail Motorhome Last?

Based on 217 Auto-trail Motorhome vehicles on UK roads.

Average
20.1 years
Median
20.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Auto-trail Motorhome Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Auto-trail Motorhome MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
32,360 mi
75th Percentile
46,076 mi
95th Percentile
67,625 mi
Max Recorded
212,635 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Auto-trail Motorhome

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2007

85.2% MOT pass rate from 297 tests

Year to avoid
2003

76.7% MOT pass rate from 890 tests

The best year to buy a used Auto-trail Motorhome is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.2% across 297 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Auto-trail Motorhome Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Auto-trail Motorhome THIS CAR 79.9% 4,761 32,360 mi 25 yrs
Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Cheyenne 77.7% 5,772 36,448 mi 25 yrs
Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca 75.7% 4,888 33,757 mi 25 yrs
Auto-trail Ducato 77.9% 3,424 32,989 mi 25 yrs
Moto Guzzi V85 Tt 94.7% 1,736 9,133 mi — yrs

Compared to the Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Cheyenne (77.7% pass rate) and the Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca (75.7% pass rate), the Auto-trail Motorhome outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Auto-trail Motorhome?

The Auto-trail Motorhome has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.9% across 4,761 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Auto-trail Motorhome are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (64 recorded failures), brake binding (48), and service brake: efficiency below requirements (47). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Auto-trail Motorhome owner drives around 1,713 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Auto-trail Motorhome models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Auto-trail Motorhome — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Auto-trail Motorhome reliable?
Based on 4,761 MOT tests, the Auto-trail Motorhome has a 79.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Auto-trail Motorhome?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake binding, and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Auto-trail Motorhome do per year?
The typical Auto-trail Motorhome does around 1,713 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Auto-trail Motorhome last?
Most Auto-trail Motorhome models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 217 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Auto-trail Motorhome?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Auto-trail Motorhome?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Auto-trail Motorhome is 2007 with a 85.2% pass rate across 297 tests.