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AV53 VFO

2003 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,041 mi
Last recorded112,041 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 VFO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2017 112,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both inner wheel arch and inner wings (2.4.A.3)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside outersill corroded but not in a pa

Pass 30 Nov 2016 108,715 miles

o/s and rear inner valance corroded but not in a prescribed area

Pass 1 Dec 2015 105,619 miles

all over under body corrosion in relation to age of vehicle

under body repairs covered in under seal

Fail 1 Dec 2015 105,619 miles

Rear rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

all over under body corrosion in relation to age of vehicle

under body repairs covered in under seal

Pass 23 Oct 2014 102,726 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 98,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 98,431 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

load sensing valve siezed

offside top shock mount bearing siezed

Pass 8 Oct 2012 93,530 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 91,843 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 84,197 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 77,705 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 66,607 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 60,505 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 50,954 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 VFO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VFO, 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 VFO registered?

AV53 VFO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is AV53 VFO safe to buy?

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