2005 Fiat Camper — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 346 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Fiat Camper, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 78.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 49 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.3% | 32 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.4% | 22 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.6% | 16 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.0% | 14 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.6% | 9 |
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 | 19 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 17 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 16 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 14 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.9% | 62 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.3% | 46 |
| 3 | Tyres | 12.4% | 43 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.0% | 38 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.8% | 34 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.2% | 18 |
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 | 66 | 21.2% |
| 30-60k | 169 | 18.9% |
| 60-90k | 88 | 22.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87 | 25.3% |
| 2022 | 63 | 19.1% |
| 2023 | 66 | 16.7% |
| 2024 | 66 | 25.8% |
| 2025 | 64 | 20.3% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Camper
Before buying a 2005 Fiat Camper, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 14.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (14.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.3% 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 (6.4% 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 2005 Fiat Campers pass their MOT?
78.3% of the 346 2005 Fiat Camper MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Fiat Camper?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.2% of tests, followed by brakes (9.3%).
Does the 2005 Camper get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.2% in the 0-30k band to 22.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 346 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.