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Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan reliable? We analysed 3,768 real MOT tests across 173 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,768 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.7%
Typical Mileage
37,166mi
Annual Mileage
1,995mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
35yrs

The Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan 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 windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan.

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Number Plates

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

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

81.6%
2011
80.6%
2010
80.1%
2009
88.1%
2008
81.4%
2007
80.2%
2006
73.9%
2005
75.6%
2004
73.8%
2003
73.1%
2002
71.6%
2001
69.5%
2000
69.8%
1999
65.2%
1991

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 82
brake binding 66
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Headlamp aim too low 45
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 37
Brake pipe excessively corroded 34
Registration plate lamp not working 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 33
Horn not working 31

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,053 mi/yr
Typical
1,995 mi/yr
Average
2,747 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,508 mi/yr

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 98 81.6% 16,999 27,286 60,228
2010 98 80.6% 20,305 39,640 70,567
2009 156 80.1% 16,944 24,961 36,479
2008 84 88.1% 16,774 20,951 33,368
2007 269 81.4% 20,655 31,397 45,514
2006 470 80.2% 19,762 30,468 43,039
2005 441 73.9% 18,757 30,920 45,137
2004 463 75.6% 20,318 33,405 48,861
2003 535 73.8% 25,403 39,922 55,088
2002 391 73.1% 27,576 40,029 57,503
2001 176 71.6% 28,538 44,292 77,073
2000 190 69.5% 39,227 57,060 87,838
1999 129 69.8% 33,696 44,599 59,161
1991 89 65.2% 110,812 141,487 178,692

How Long Does a Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Last?

Based on 173 Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan vehicles on UK roads.

Average
20.0 years
Median
20.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
35 years

Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Mileage Distribution

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

Median
37,166 mi
75th Percentile
57,204 mi
95th Percentile
107,651 mi
Max Recorded
276,670 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan

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

Best year
2008

88.1% MOT pass rate from 84 tests

Year to avoid
1991

65.2% MOT pass rate from 89 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.1% across 84 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan THIS CAR 75.7% 3,768 37,166 mi 35 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
Ktm 125 Duke 17 80.7% 2,570 9,154 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan?

The Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.7% across 3,768 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 Ducato Motorcaravan are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (82 recorded failures), brake binding (66), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (45). 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 Ducato Motorcaravan owner drives around 1,995 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 Ducato Motorcaravan models stay on UK roads for around 35 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 Ducato Motorcaravan — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan reliable?
Based on 3,768 MOT tests, the Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan has a 75.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake binding, and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan do per year?
The typical Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan does around 1,995 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan last?
Most Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan models stay on UK roads for around 35 years based on our analysis of 173 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan?
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 Ducato Motorcaravan?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Ducato Motorcaravan is 2008 with a 88.1% pass rate across 84 tests.