Yesterday we revealed to you which ten family-sized cars have proven to be the most reliable. And now that we've done the saints, it's time to have a look at the sinners. The following ten cars -- like a fat kid on a school sports day -- have wheezed their way to the bottom of the table, and are, on average, the least dependable family motors money can buy.
The results are a little surprising…
10. VW Touran
2003 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Axle and suspension
Largest Claim: £2,595.19
Break down rate (%): 46
9. Peugeot 407
2004 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Brakes
Largest Claim: £3,701.25
Break down rate (%): 46
8. VW Passat
2005 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Axle and suspension
Largest Claim: £2,224.09
Break down rate (%): 47
7. Peugeot 807
2002 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Cooling and heating system
Largest Claim: £4,975.00
Break down rate (%): 48
6. Skoda Superb
2002-2008
Most common reason for claim: Axle and suspension
Largest Claim: £3,690.71
Break down rate (%): 55
5. Renault Megane
2002-2009
Most common reason for claim: Electrical
Largest Claim: £2,250.00
Break down rate (%): 56
4. Renault Grand Scenic/Scenic
2004-2009
Most common reason for claim: Electrical
Largest Claim: £2,421.96
Break down rate (%): 57
3. Vauxhall Vectra
2002-2009
Most common reason for claim: Axle and suspension
Largest Claim: £2,524.00
Break down rate (%): 57
2. Mercedes R-Class
2006 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Electrical
Largest Claim: £1,815.68
Break down rate (%): 74
1. Renault Espace
2002 onwards
Most common reason for claim: Axle and suspension
Largest Claim: £2,756.88
Break down rate (%): 74
