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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Motorhome
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
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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Check a specific Fiat MotorhomeShould 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.