Ford Motor Caravan Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Motor Caravan reliable? We analysed 4,518 real MOT tests across 313 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Motor Caravan is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Motor Caravan.
Ford Motor Caravan Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Motor Caravan. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Motor Caravan MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Motor Caravan to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Motor Caravan Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Motor Caravan fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Motor Caravan Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Motor Caravan owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Motor Caravan MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Motor Caravan year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 65 | 70.8% | 96,922 | 141,438 | 176,351 |
| 2012 | 191 | 74.3% | 35,912 | 72,354 | 96,550 |
| 2011 | 125 | 84.8% | 20,128 | 27,099 | 51,239 |
| 2010 | 189 | 86.2% | 19,170 | 30,903 | 45,839 |
| 2009 | 232 | 81.0% | 21,862 | 32,478 | 44,988 |
| 2008 | 419 | 82.6% | 20,008 | 37,772 | 58,206 |
| 2007 | 458 | 80.3% | 19,676 | 33,203 | 56,484 |
| 2006 | 352 | 73.0% | 29,564 | 52,502 | 82,010 |
| 2005 | 424 | 73.3% | 29,419 | 62,321 | 130,911 |
| 2004 | 230 | 71.7% | 31,815 | 66,599 | 123,611 |
| 2003 | 119 | 79.8% | 19,475 | 31,640 | 73,837 |
| 2001 | 103 | 69.9% | 76,020 | 102,635 | 125,960 |
| 2000 | 108 | 77.8% | 24,579 | 48,882 | 79,006 |
| 1999 | 89 | 79.8% | 39,535 | 47,027 | 64,731 |
| 1998 | 65 | 76.9% | 49,344 | 59,555 | 69,151 |
| 1997 | 84 | 67.9% | 65,408 | 88,040 | 105,642 |
| 1996 | 70 | 72.9% | 43,217 | 72,794 | 131,023 |
| 1995 | 142 | 73.9% | 57,979 | 81,890 | 96,079 |
| 1994 | 192 | 72.9% | 51,886 | 67,015 | 84,882 |
| 1993 | 91 | 75.8% | 44,202 | 56,288 | 126,365 |
How Long Does a Ford Motor Caravan Last?
Based on 313 Ford Motor Caravan vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Motor Caravan Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Motor Caravan 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 Ford Motor Caravan
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.2% MOT pass rate from 189 tests
62.5% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Motor Caravan is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.2% across 189 tests. The 1980 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Motor Caravan Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Motor Caravan THIS CAR | 75.3% | 4,518 | 52,276 mi | 47 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta | 72.8% | 33,753,820 | 57,529 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Focus | 73.8% | 28,316,889 | 72,500 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Transit | 68.7% | 16,371,688 | 100,614 mi | 37 yrs |
| Iveco-ford Daily | 68.3% | 5,752 | 148,938 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Motor Caravan outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ford Motor Caravan has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.3% across 4,518 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 Ford Motor Caravan are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (84 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (72), and position lamp(s) not working (71). 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 Ford Motor Caravan owner drives around 2,130 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 Ford Motor Caravan models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.