Fiat Camper MOT pass rate and common problems
74.7% of 1,326 Fiat Camper MOT tests pass.
The Camper's pass rate of 74.7% is in line with the average across all Fiat models, at 74.3%.
At 74.7%, the Fiat Camper passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 81.9% at 10–15 years to 74.0% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (11) | 11 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 81.9% | 94 | 39,562 miles |
| 15+ years | 74.0% | 1,221 | 66,522 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Fiat Camper
The most common reason the Fiat Camper fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 76.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 76.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 45.3% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 32.7% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 26.9% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Visibility | 21.3% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 7.5% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 4.2% | Emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit |
| Steering | 3.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.8% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Buying a used Fiat Camper: what to check
These checks follow the Fiat Camper’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Fiat Camper comes between 10–15 years and 15+ years old, from 81.9% to 74.0%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 87.2% down to 73.2%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 76.6% of failed Fiat Camper MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 45.3% of failed Fiat Camper MOTs. 15.4% of tests at 15+ years failed on brakes, against 5.3% at 10–15 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 32.7% of failed Fiat Camper MOTs. 11.1% of tests at 15+ years failed on suspension, against 5.3% at 10–15 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 26.9% of failed Fiat Camper MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 9.4% of tests at 15+ years failed on bodywork and corrosion.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 21.3% of failed Fiat Camper MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Fiat service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Fiat models
- Fiat Sedici — 57.8% pass rate
- Fiat Burstner — 92.4% pass rate
- Fiat Doblo 16v Tecnico Maxi MTJT Ii — 79.0% pass rate
- Fiat Adria — 93.6% pass rate
- Fiat Multipla — 56.7% pass rate
- Fiat Motor Home — 75.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Camper?
- 74.7% of Fiat Camper MOT tests pass, based on 1,326 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Fiat Camper?
- The most common reason the Fiat Camper fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 76.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Fiat Camper?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Fiat Camper are lights and electrics; brakes; suspension.
- What should I check when buying a used Fiat Camper?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; brakes; suspension; bodywork and corrosion; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Fiat Camper's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Fiat service history guide for how to check and keep one.