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BU03 JOH

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,854 mi
Last recorded68,854 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 JOH
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 68,854 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 68,019 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 66,817 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 65,363 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 64,071 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 62,771 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2021 62,771 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 62,004 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front inner step corroded

Offside Front inner and outer step corroded

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

body and chassis corroded

nearside and offside inner sill/wheel arches corroded

Fail 10 Mar 2017 62,001 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front inner step corroded

Offside Front inner and outer step corroded

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

body and chassis corroded

nearside and offside inner sill/wheel arches corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2015 61,027 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 60,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear bumper slightly damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2013 53,856 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,789 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,297 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,439 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 29,242 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 25,022 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 21,558 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 18,239 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 14,563 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 JOH is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JOH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 JOH registered?

BU03 JOH is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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