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Fiat Motorhome Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Motorhome reliable? We analysed 51,040 real MOT tests across 2,628 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 51,040 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.8%
Typical Mileage
40,063mi
Annual Mileage
1,988mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
38yrs

The Fiat Motorhome 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 headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Motorhome.

Fiat Motorhome Number Plates

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

Fiat Motorhome MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

83.8%
2017
84.9%
2016
94%
2015
88.6%
2014
81%
2013
84.4%
2012
85%
2011
84.6%
2010
83.9%
2009
83.6%
2008
82.2%
2007
80.1%
2006
79.1%
2005
78.7%
2004
77.6%
2003
74.8%
2002
74.3%
2001
74.8%
2000
73.7%
1999
74.6%
1998

Fiat Motorhome Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 606
Brake pipe excessively corroded 556
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 510
brake binding 488
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 451
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 435
Headlamp aim too low 435
position lamp(s) not working 395

Fiat Motorhome Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
974 mi/yr
Typical
1,988 mi/yr
Average
2,796 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,596 mi/yr

Fiat Motorhome MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 68 83.8% 13,624 18,178 24,483
2016 106 84.9% 19,059 23,864 33,531
2015 100 94.0% 10,999 19,237 26,769
2014 219 88.6% 13,612 21,577 34,570
2013 147 81.0% 11,072 23,299 38,242
2012 1,363 84.4% 15,764 24,895 35,131
2011 1,863 85.0% 16,399 26,190 38,074
2010 1,619 84.6% 16,972 27,328 41,973
2009 1,766 83.9% 17,552 27,764 40,922
2008 3,064 83.6% 18,191 28,957 43,216
2007 3,494 82.2% 20,354 31,761 46,156
2006 3,570 80.1% 18,708 30,403 45,940
2005 4,113 79.1% 21,465 34,894 52,722
2004 5,105 78.7% 22,616 36,212 52,508
2003 4,201 77.6% 25,209 39,509 57,536
2002 3,787 74.8% 29,345 44,784 64,933
2001 3,384 74.3% 31,617 46,725 69,632
2000 3,429 74.8% 31,551 44,804 63,406
1999 2,453 73.7% 38,856 57,078 81,950
1998 1,132 74.6% 42,865 62,168 94,940

How Long Does a Fiat Motorhome Last?

Based on 2,628 Fiat Motorhome vehicles on UK roads.

Average
19.4 years
Median
19.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
38 years

Fiat Motorhome Mileage Distribution

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

Median
40,063 mi
75th Percentile
64,141 mi
95th Percentile
141,439 mi
Max Recorded
945,519 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Motorhome

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

Best year
2015

94.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests

Year to avoid
1989

63.4% MOT pass rate from 276 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Motorhome is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 100 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Motorhome Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Motorhome THIS CAR 77.8% 51,040 40,063 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
BMW 518 74% 62,660 114,191 mi 41 yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Motorhome outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat Motorhome?

The Fiat Motorhome has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.8% across 51,040 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 Motorhome are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (606 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (556), and headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (510). 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 Motorhome owner drives around 1,988 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 Motorhome 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 Motorhome — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Motorhome reliable?
Based on 51,040 MOT tests, the Fiat Motorhome has a 77.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Motorhome?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, brake pipe excessively corroded, and headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Motorhome do per year?
The typical Fiat Motorhome does around 1,988 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Motorhome last?
Most Fiat Motorhome models stay on UK roads for around 38 years based on our analysis of 2,628 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Motorhome?
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 Motorhome?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Motorhome is 2015 with a 94.0% pass rate across 100 tests.