2001 Fiat Motorhome. — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 719 MOT tests, the 2001 Fiat Motorhome. recorded a 73.0% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.0%, so the 2001 Motorhome. sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 17.7% of all tests — 6.1 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are service brake performance, component mounting prescribed areas and rigid brake pipes — service brake performance alone was recorded 53 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 20.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.6% once past 90-120k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 37.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.7% | 127 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.5% | 83 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.6% | 62 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.5% | 61 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 50 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.9% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 53 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 44 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 38 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 37 |
| 5 | Horn | 36 |
| 6 | Washers | 33 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 37.8% | 272 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.6% | 227 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.6% | 155 |
| 4 | Tyres | 15.7% | 113 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 86 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.0% | 65 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 40 | 20.0% |
| 30-60k | 308 | 27.0% |
| 60-90k | 242 | 25.6% |
| 90-120k | 86 | 32.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 156 | 28.2% |
| 2022 | 141 | 24.1% |
| 2023 | 143 | 24.5% |
| 2024 | 146 | 30.1% |
| 2025 | 133 | 27.8% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Motorhome.
On a 2001 Motorhome., lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (8.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2001 Fiat Motorhome.s pass their MOT?
73.0% of the 719 2001 Fiat Motorhome. MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Fiat Motorhome.?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.7% of tests, followed by brakes (11.5%).
Does the 2001 Motorhome. get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.0% in the 0-30k band to 32.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 719 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.