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BU53 ATX

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

50,512 mi
Last recorded50,512 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ATX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 50,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (2nd axle) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 50,299 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 47,772 miles

Both OSR Tyres cracking

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 47,755 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both offside rear tyres are cracking

offside front upper non obligatory marker lamp not working

offside rear lower non obligatory marker lamp not working

windscreen washer pressure is low

Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,501 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 45,479 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2014 44,067 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 44,067 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 42,944 miles

Brake cable modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 42,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system component missing (3.4.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

caravan twin axle fitted to chassis

Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,056 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 41,200 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 103,938 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2009 95,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

brake test results calculated using measured weight

vehicle measured weight is higher than DGW. vehicle may require replating

Fail 17 Jul 2009 95,970 miles

Nearside Rear Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

brake test results calculated using measured weight

vehicle measured weight is higher than DGW. vehicle may require replating

Pass 28 Jul 2008 89,598 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAKS

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 89,598 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint outer gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt fluffed or frayed which has clearly weakened the webbing (5.1.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

ENGINE OIL LEAKS

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 86,147 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 85,902 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.4b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.8.A.4a)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

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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BU53 ATX is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BU53 ATX, 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 BU53 ATX registered?

BU53 ATX is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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