2002 Fiat Motorhome. — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 871 MOT tests, the 2002 Fiat Motorhome. recorded a 72.3% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (27.4% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.9% of tests against 12.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, service brake performance and headlamp aim — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 59 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 24.9% in the 30-60k band and 30.2% in the 120-150k band, a 5.4-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 27.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 25.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 173 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.3% | 107 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.1% | 88 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.9% | 69 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.5% | 57 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 59 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 55 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 45 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 44 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 44 |
| 6 | Wipers | 42 |
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 | 27.4% | 239 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.5% | 231 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 20.2% | 176 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 133 |
| 5 | Tyres | 13.1% | 114 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.8% | 85 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 398 | 24.9% |
| 60-90k | 291 | 30.2% |
| 90-120k | 81 | 29.6% |
| 120-150k | 43 | 30.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 185 | 25.4% |
| 2022 | 176 | 27.8% |
| 2023 | 179 | 28.5% |
| 2024 | 162 | 28.4% |
| 2025 | 169 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Motorhome.
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.3% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.1% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2002 Fiat Motorhome.s pass their MOT?
72.3% of the 871 2002 Fiat Motorhome. MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Fiat Motorhome.?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.9% of tests, followed by brakes (12.3%).
Does the 2002 Motorhome. get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.9% in the 30-60k band to 30.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 871 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.