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Ci Motorhome Ducato Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ci Motorhome Ducato reliable? We analysed 5,009 real MOT tests across 264 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,009 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.7%
Typical Mileage
28,770mi
Annual Mileage
1,709mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Ci Motorhome Ducato is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ci Motorhome Ducato.

Ci Motorhome Ducato Number Plates

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

Ci Motorhome Ducato MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

81.5%
2009
78.8%
2008
81%
2007
77.9%
2006
77.3%
2005
78.4%
2004
78.4%
2003

Ci Motorhome Ducato Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

brake binding 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Headlamp aim too low 40
Registration plate lamp not working 36
Stop lamp not working 35
position lamp(s) not working 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 22

Ci Motorhome Ducato Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
866 mi/yr
Typical
1,709 mi/yr
Average
2,279 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,966 mi/yr

Ci Motorhome Ducato MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2009 493 81.5% 16,130 25,553 41,888
2008 453 78.8% 18,504 28,681 42,961
2007 627 81.0% 14,618 24,243 36,961
2006 662 77.9% 16,635 27,927 45,112
2005 1,099 77.3% 19,310 31,565 42,283
2004 1,042 78.4% 17,838 27,504 41,701
2003 529 78.4% 19,955 31,588 43,274

How Long Does a Ci Motorhome Ducato Last?

Based on 264 Ci Motorhome Ducato vehicles on UK roads.

Average
18.3 years
Median
19.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Ci Motorhome Ducato Mileage Distribution

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

Median
28,770 mi
75th Percentile
42,330 mi
95th Percentile
64,995 mi
Max Recorded
804,617 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ci Motorhome Ducato

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

Best year
2009

81.5% MOT pass rate from 493 tests

Year to avoid
2005

77.3% MOT pass rate from 1,099 tests

The best year to buy a used Ci Motorhome Ducato is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.5% across 493 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ci Motorhome Ducato Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ci Motorhome Ducato THIS CAR 78.7% 5,009 28,770 mi 23 yrs
Ci Motorhome Fiat 78.5% 4,627 27,966 mi 23 yrs
Ci Motorhome Transit 80.4% 1,701 26,373 mi 19 yrs
Honda Civic Sport 64.6% 1,724 121,666 mi — yrs
Honda Nss 125 Ad-n 89.3% 1,563 19,422 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ci Motorhome Fiat (78.5% pass rate) and the Ci Motorhome Transit (80.4% pass rate), the Ci Motorhome Ducato sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ci Motorhome Ducato?

The Ci Motorhome Ducato has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.7% across 5,009 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 Ci Motorhome Ducato are brake binding (91 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (66), and headlamp aim too low (40). 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 Ci Motorhome Ducato owner drives around 1,709 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 Ci Motorhome Ducato models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.

Ci Motorhome Ducato — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ci Motorhome Ducato reliable?
Based on 5,009 MOT tests, the Ci Motorhome Ducato has a 78.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ci Motorhome Ducato?
The most common MOT failures are brake binding, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and headlamp aim too low. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ci Motorhome Ducato do per year?
The typical Ci Motorhome Ducato does around 1,709 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ci Motorhome Ducato last?
Most Ci Motorhome Ducato models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 264 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ci Motorhome Ducato?
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 Ci Motorhome Ducato?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ci Motorhome Ducato is 2009 with a 81.5% pass rate across 493 tests.