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BU53 DWV

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,342 mi
Last recorded58,342 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 DWV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 58,342 miles

Front Inner sills are corroded.

Fail 11 Jun 2026 58,324 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Inner sills are corroded.

Pass 9 Jul 2025 57,253 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 55,719 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 55,691 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2023 52,038 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded big ones going into rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 50,947 miles

Nearside Front Upper side marker light not working

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 50,947 miles

Nearside Front Upper side marker light not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 48,908 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 47,086 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 47,086 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 46,027 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 46,017 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

ns rear brake low on hand brake

Pass 16 Apr 2018 45,504 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 45,504 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 43,786 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 40,895 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 37,640 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 37,640 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 34,072 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,827 miles

front chassis crossmember rusty

Pass 26 Oct 2011 27,549 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre treads worn low

Pass 2 Nov 2010 23,220 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 16,500 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 14,772 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 13,642 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 13,641 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 10,058 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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BU53 DWV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DWV, 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 BU53 DWV registered?

BU53 DWV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is BU53 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 DWV shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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