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BU53 EDO

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,599 mi
Last recorded77,599 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 EDO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 77,599 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 76,328 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 74,417 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pipe from master cylinder to slave corroding

Pass 18 Jan 2023 72,213 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 72,213 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 69,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 66,369 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 65,216 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2020 65,216 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 61,489 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2018 58,029 miles

exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2017 54,103 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 49,512 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 45,895 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,820 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 37,712 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 33,969 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 31,095 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 29,965 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,118 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 21,032 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 15,618 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 8,553 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 EDO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EDO, 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 EDO?

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What year was BU53 EDO registered?

BU53 EDO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is BU53 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 EDO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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