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BU03 FZJ

2003 Fiat Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,834 mi
Last recorded51,834 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan38,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 FZJ
MakeFiat
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 51,834 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 51,834 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fail 19 May 2025 51,820 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both "D" bushes on anti-roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Battery light staying on

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 50,862 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both fronts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 50,862 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both fronts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 49,838 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Panel Behind Front Wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside Outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 49,650 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Offside and Nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside Rear Panels Behind Wheels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside Front Inner Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 49,648 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Offside and Nearside Front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Offside and Nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside Rear Panels Behind Wheels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside Front Inner Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 48,919 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 48,868 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2020 48,868 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,145 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,492 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 35,635 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 33,563 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 30,995 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 26,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 24,364 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 22,257 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,069 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,409 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Motorcaravan?

Based on 5,061 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
2,061
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
Brake pipe excessively corroded 50
position lamp(s) not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
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BU03 FZJ is a 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 38,361 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 Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 FZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU03 FZJ registered?

BU03 FZJ is a 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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The MOT history for BU03 FZJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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