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BU53 DWM

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,470 mi
Last recorded86,470 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 86,470 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 84,316 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 83,576 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 78,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 74,973 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 74,972 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 74,394 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 74,393 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 70,908 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 70,908 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 66,080 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 62,001 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 57,837 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 50,726 miles

Offside Front Lower sill slight corrosion

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,200 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 42,954 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 40,106 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 37,046 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 32,026 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 28,164 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 24,079 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 19,302 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 19,297 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 17,694 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2006 17,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 DWM is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU53 DWM, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 DWM?

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What year was BU53 DWM registered?

BU53 DWM is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is BU53 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 DWM shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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