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AV53 FWP

2003 Fiat Ducato

Yellow Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,741 mi
Last recorded109,741 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 FWP
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 109,741 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 109,741 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 97,191 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 82,567 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 82,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 69,581 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 52,559 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 40,988 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 39,534 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 39,525 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 37,343 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?

Based on 1,962,737 MOT tests across 142,446 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
2,630
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
142,446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30,287
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,216
Registration plate lamp not working 27,458
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22,732
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AV53 FWP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Yellow with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 44,259 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Ducato fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34,174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 FWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ducato typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV53 FWP registered?

AV53 FWP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AV53 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 FWP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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