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BN53 MDE

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

97,583 mi
Last recorded97,583 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 MDE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 97,583 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 97,434 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (spring hanger) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (spring hanger) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 94,190 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 93,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both sides outer sills corroded,but outside of prescribed areas

nearside inner sill corroded but outside of prescribed areas

Fail 23 Sep 2019 93,775 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both sides outer sills corroded,but outside of prescribed areas

nearside inner sill corroded but outside of prescribed areas

Pass 19 Nov 2018 92,321 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 90,106 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,547 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 84,859 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 84,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 81,942 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 81,942 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 79,178 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 75,858 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 75,858 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 71,916 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 64,719 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 61,261 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 61,261 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 57,989 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 54,411 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 54,411 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 54,398 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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BN53 MDE is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 BN53 MDE, 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 BN53 MDE registered?

BN53 MDE is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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