Fiat Motorcaravan
From 419 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 14 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 14 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 14 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 13 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 13 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 13 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 12 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 10 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 10 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.4% of Motorcaravan failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 21.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £100.
Typical mileage
Half of all Motorcaravans tested had between 33,016 and 58,184 miles on the clock.
At 47,820 median miles, the Motorcaravan has 0.05 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Fiat models
| Fiat 500 | 75% |
| Fiat Ducato | 75.4% |
| Fiat Panda | 71.7% |
| Fiat Punto | 65.7% |
| Fiat Doblo | 71.6% |
Common questions
What is the Fiat Motorcaravan MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Motorcaravan has a 75.9% MOT pass rate based on 419 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Motorcaravan?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Motorcaravan is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 14 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Motorcaravan at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Motorcaravan is 47,820 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 33,016 and 58,184 miles.
Buying a used Motorcaravan?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 75.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £100 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.