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BU03 JDZ

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests30 (23 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate76.7%

Mileage

105,256 mi
Last recorded105,256 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 JDZ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

23 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 105,256 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 103,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 103,522 miles

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

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

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

Corrosion on both front steps / inner sills

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Corrosion around inner sill area

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 101,008 miles

Offside inner sill corroded and holed not within a prescribed area

Fail 17 Jan 2024 101,000 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside inner sill corroded and holed not within a prescribed area

Pass 17 Jan 2023 96,711 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2023 96,701 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 93,776 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 91,971 miles

Offside sill/floor corroded and holed

o/s/f strut top bearing stiff

Pass 10 Dec 2019 90,476 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 88,834 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 88,831 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 50% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 86,526 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 86,523 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 81,178 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

tail pipe missing from exhaust

Pass 22 Dec 2015 76,270 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 75,399 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 73,119 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 73,119 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Apr 2014 69,407 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 May 2013 67,284 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Apr 2013 65,386 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2012 62,581 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 62,581 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 57,100 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2010 52,663 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 46,955 miles

STONE DAMAGE TOO WINDSCREEN

Pass 29 Sep 2008 41,166 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 31,966 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 24,001 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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BU03 JDZ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.7%.

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 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 BU03 JDZ, 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 BU03 JDZ registered?

BU03 JDZ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BU03 JDZ shows 30 tests with a 76.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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