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2001 Mz Motorcaravan MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Motorcaravan models manufactured in 2001, based on 30 real MOT test results.

70.0%
Pass Rate
30.0%
Fail Rate
30
Total Tests
58,999
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2001 Mz Motorcaravan MOT Analysis

The 2001 Mz Motorcaravan has an MOT pass rate of 70.0% based on 30 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 58,999 miles on the odometer. With a 30.0% failure rate, the 2001 Motorcaravan is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Mz Motorcaravan is Brakes, responsible for 6.7% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Suspension is the second most common issue at 3.3%. Body, chassis, structure follows at 3.3%.

⚠ Based on limited data (30 tests)

Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall Motorcaravan page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Brakes6.7%2
2Suspension3.3%1
3Body, Chassis, Structure3.3%1
4Identification Of The Vehicle3.3%1
5Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment3.3%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 58,999 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Brakes1.13% per 10K miSuspension0.56% per 10K miBody & Structure0.56% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.56% per 10K miLamps & Electrical0.56% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Brakes1.136.7%2
Suspension0.563.3%1
Body & Structure0.563.3%1
Identification of the vehicle0.563.3%1
Lamps & Electrical0.563.3%1

Mileage Statistics

58,999
Mean
59,936
Median
45,105
25th Percentile
67,062
75th Percentile
5.08% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2001 Mz Motorcaravan has an MOT pass rate of 70.0% based on 30 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 58,999 miles on the odometer. With a 30.0% failure rate, the 2001 Motorcaravan is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Mz Motorcaravan, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 58,999 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.

Brakes — 6.7% of failures

Brakes issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on 2001 Mz Motorcaravan models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Suspension — 3.3% of failures

Suspension issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 2001 Mz Motorcaravan models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Body, chassis, structure — 3.3% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 2001 Mz Motorcaravan models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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