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Dethleffs Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Dethleffs Unknown reliable? We analysed 1,125 real MOT tests across 241 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,125 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.3%
Typical Mileage
14,894mi
Annual Mileage
2,591mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
11yrs

The Dethleffs Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dethleffs Unknown.

Dethleffs Unknown Number Plates

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

Dethleffs Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.7%
2021
91.2%
2020
92.5%
2019
92.3%
2018
89%
2017
90.9%
2016
82.1%
2015

Dethleffs Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,315 mi/yr
Typical
2,591 mi/yr
Average
3,224 mi/yr
Heavy usage
4,238 mi/yr

Dethleffs Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 75 90.7% 10,306 13,149 24,964
2020 193 91.2% 7,767 12,568 19,180
2019 213 92.5% 8,964 12,498 18,049
2018 65 92.3% 7,512 12,098 20,230
2017 154 89.0% 11,053 15,168 21,680
2016 241 90.9% 11,802 16,361 25,003
2015 84 82.1% 17,440 29,760 39,058

How Long Does a Dethleffs Unknown Last?

Based on 241 Dethleffs Unknown vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.8 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
11 years

Dethleffs Unknown Mileage Distribution

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

Median
14,894 mi
75th Percentile
23,993 mi
95th Percentile
44,431 mi
Max Recorded
177,700 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Dethleffs Unknown

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

Best year
2019

92.5% MOT pass rate from 213 tests

Year to avoid
2015

82.1% MOT pass rate from 84 tests

The best year to buy a used Dethleffs Unknown is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.5% across 213 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Dethleffs Unknown Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Dethleffs Unknown THIS CAR 90.3% 1,125 14,894 mi 11 yrs
Dethleffs Trend 89.4% 1,003 17,972 mi 11 yrs
Hyundai I40 SE Nav CRDI Blue Drive 91.6% 1,366 75,257 mi — yrs
Honda Zoomer 83.3% 1,294 9,112 mi 23 yrs
Lambretta Li 150 Special 90.5% 493 2,004 mi 62 yrs

Compared to the Dethleffs Trend (89.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I40 SE Nav CRDI Blue Drive (91.6% pass rate), the Dethleffs Unknown sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Dethleffs Unknown?

The Dethleffs Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 1,125 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Dethleffs Unknown owner drives around 2,591 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 Dethleffs Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.

Dethleffs Unknown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dethleffs Unknown reliable?
Based on 1,125 MOT tests, the Dethleffs Unknown has a 90.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Dethleffs Unknown?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Dethleffs Unknown do per year?
The typical Dethleffs Unknown does around 2,591 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Dethleffs Unknown last?
Most Dethleffs Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years based on our analysis of 241 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Dethleffs Unknown?
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 Dethleffs Unknown?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Dethleffs Unknown is 2019 with a 92.5% pass rate across 213 tests.