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Fiat Camper Van Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Camper Van reliable? We analysed 3,471 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,471 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.4%
Typical Mileage
47,975mi
Annual Mileage
2,018mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
38yrs

The Fiat Camper Van is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Camper Van.

Fiat Camper Van Number Plates

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

Fiat Camper Van MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

79.1%
2011
85.2%
2009
84.2%
2008
81.2%
2007
81.7%
2006
73.4%
2005
77.9%
2004
77.9%
2003
81.5%
2002
70.9%
2001
72.1%
2000
71.4%
1999
75.6%
1998
75%
1997
73.4%
1996
62.1%
1995
69.3%
1994
66.7%
1992
63.6%
1991
62.4%
1988

Fiat Camper Van Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Fiat Camper Van fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 41
position lamp(s) not working 39
brake binding 38
Headlamp aim too low 36
fog lamp not working 28
Horn not working 26

Fiat Camper Van Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
979 mi/yr
Typical
2,018 mi/yr
Average
2,815 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,553 mi/yr

Fiat Camper Van MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 129 79.1% 22,370 36,191 54,977
2009 135 85.2% 17,886 32,644 48,630
2008 139 84.2% 17,106 24,524 33,986
2007 186 81.2% 24,415 37,004 54,446
2006 115 81.7% 15,858 23,721 41,604
2005 222 73.4% 23,456 35,620 48,098
2004 411 77.9% 25,120 39,311 54,678
2003 281 77.9% 21,264 35,127 53,344
2002 168 81.5% 34,274 58,044 83,056
2001 127 70.9% 19,918 48,697 73,289
2000 308 72.1% 33,030 46,836 70,197
1999 259 71.4% 43,098 58,594 72,447
1998 90 75.6% 43,289 65,098 105,378
1997 76 75.0% 49,140 98,702 129,067
1996 128 73.4% 52,524 61,458 91,714
1995 87 62.1% 85,706 102,022 147,071
1994 101 69.3% 85,456 96,741 114,620
1992 138 66.7% 91,055 117,007 123,838
1991 55 63.6% 26,940 84,105 176,830
1988 93 62.4% 135,764 156,295 197,862

How Long Does a Fiat Camper Van Last?

Based on 178 Fiat Camper Van vehicles on UK roads.

Average
21.0 years
Median
21.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
38 years

Fiat Camper Van Mileage Distribution

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

Median
47,975 mi
75th Percentile
80,508 mi
95th Percentile
151,922 mi
Max Recorded
791,151 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Camper Van

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

Best year
2009

85.2% MOT pass rate from 135 tests

Year to avoid
1995

62.1% MOT pass rate from 87 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Camper Van is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.2% across 135 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Camper Van Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Camper Van THIS CAR 75.4% 3,471 47,975 mi 38 yrs
Fiat Punto 68.7% 6,712,102 61,468 mi 32 yrs
Fiat 500 76.9% 3,854,072 42,469 mi 18 yrs
Fiat Ducato 75% 1,962,737 48,690 mi 38 yrs
Hyundai Accent 1 66.7% 1,073 61,992 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Camper Van sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat Camper Van?

The Fiat Camper Van has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.4% across 3,471 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 Fiat Camper Van are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (62 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (52), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (41). 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 Fiat Camper Van owner drives around 2,018 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 Fiat Camper Van models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.

Fiat Camper Van — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Camper Van reliable?
Based on 3,471 MOT tests, the Fiat Camper Van has a 75.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Camper Van?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake pipe excessively corroded, and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Camper Van do per year?
The typical Fiat Camper Van does around 2,018 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Camper Van last?
Most Fiat Camper Van models stay on UK roads for around 38 years based on our analysis of 178 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Camper Van?
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 Fiat Camper Van?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Camper Van is 2009 with a 85.2% pass rate across 135 tests.