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BT52 BUZ

2002 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

52,346 mi
Last recorded52,346 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Fiat Ducato47,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 BUZ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 52,346 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 52,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 49,207 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arches (both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 49,203 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch behind brake pipes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arches (both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 48,110 miles

Front BOTH SIDES inner wheel arches slightly corroded

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Behind brake hoses Next to lower jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 45,301 miles

Front inner wheel arch slightly corroded BOTH SIDES

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower body slightly corroded by jacking point

Fail 3 Nov 2022 45,301 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front inner wheel arch slightly corroded BOTH SIDES

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower body slightly corroded by jacking point

Pass 13 Oct 2021 41,778 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion offside front inner wheel arch

Pass 7 Aug 2020 41,394 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 41,394 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 40,439 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 40,439 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 39,000 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 39,000 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 37,287 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 37,287 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,912 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 33,591 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 33,390 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 31,386 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,739 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 29,739 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 28,199 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 26,615 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 25,113 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 16,788 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 8,434 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 8,430 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside wiper split

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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BT52 BUZ is a 2002 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 BT52 BUZ, 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 24 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT52 BUZ registered?

BT52 BUZ is a 2002 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 October 2002.

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