FORD MOTORHOME (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 32 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
44%
Total Tests (2024)
32
Avg Mileage
47,735 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2001 FORD MOTORHOME reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 38 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 23 years old, 44% of FORD MOTORHOMEs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 47,735 miles.
How does the 2001 FORD MOTORHOME compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 FORD MOTORHOME has 47,735 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a FORD MOTORHOME?
The most reliable year is the 2007 model with a 80% MOT pass rate, while the 2009 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2001 sits between the two at 44%.
How much does a 2001 FORD MOTORHOME cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD MOTORHOME by Year
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About the 2001 FORD MOTORHOME
The 2001 FORD MOTORHOME is a performance with a 6800cc petrol engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 47,735 miles at 23 years old, FORD MOTORHOME owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2001 FORD MOTORHOME Fuel Costs
The 6800cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 FORD MOTORHOME?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 44% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
FORD MOTORHOME Reliability Trend
Older FORD MOTORHOMEs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 7 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2001 FORD MOTORHOME
At 23 years old, the FORD MOTORHOME is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2007 model has the highest pass rate at 80%. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 FORD MOTORHOME
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BENTLEY ARNAGE (2001) 92% pass rate (+48%) from 579 tests