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Fiat Campervan Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Campervan reliable? We analysed 2,294 real MOT tests across 115 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,294 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.4%
Typical Mileage
41,645mi
Annual Mileage
1,842mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Fiat Campervan is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Campervan.

Fiat Campervan Number Plates

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

Fiat Campervan MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

76.5%
2010
90%
2009
84.1%
2008
81%
2006
74.2%
2005
72.7%
2004
76.2%
2003
69.2%
2002
77.3%
2001
68.2%
2000
77.5%
1999
80.4%
1996

Fiat Campervan Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 29
brake binding 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Horn not working 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21
Direction indicator incorrect colour 19
Headlamp aim too low 19

Fiat Campervan Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
902 mi/yr
Typical
1,842 mi/yr
Average
2,657 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,332 mi/yr

Fiat Campervan MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 51 76.5% 13,729 23,067 37,521
2009 90 90.0% 17,431 28,157 37,034
2008 82 84.1% 11,736 19,262 39,531
2006 142 81.0% 15,500 31,382 45,991
2005 194 74.2% 24,282 35,292 52,726
2004 245 72.7% 23,117 38,072 54,209
2003 298 76.2% 26,620 43,151 55,319
2002 159 69.2% 27,414 44,980 64,872
2001 229 77.3% 30,943 42,442 59,099
2000 245 68.2% 30,226 40,962 50,274
1999 129 77.5% 40,219 48,734 85,920
1996 51 80.4% 59,586 79,305 97,810

How Long Does a Fiat Campervan Last?

Based on 115 Fiat Campervan vehicles on UK roads.

Average
20.8 years
Median
21.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Fiat Campervan Mileage Distribution

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

Median
41,645 mi
75th Percentile
63,206 mi
95th Percentile
140,696 mi
Max Recorded
257,409 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Campervan

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

Best year
2009

90.0% MOT pass rate from 90 tests

Year to avoid
2000

68.2% MOT pass rate from 245 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Campervan is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 90 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Campervan Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Campervan THIS CAR 75.4% 2,294 41,645 mi 30 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
Ford Focus Zetec S TDCI 90% 4,250 83,562 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat Campervan?

The Fiat Campervan has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.4% across 2,294 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 Campervan are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (48 recorded failures), headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (29), and brake binding (28). 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 Campervan owner drives around 1,842 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 Campervan models stay on UK roads for around 30 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 Campervan — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Campervan reliable?
Based on 2,294 MOT tests, the Fiat Campervan has a 75.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Campervan?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, and brake binding. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Campervan do per year?
The typical Fiat Campervan does around 1,842 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Campervan last?
Most Fiat Campervan models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 115 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Campervan?
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 Campervan?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Campervan is 2009 with a 90.0% pass rate across 90 tests.