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BU53 EEP

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,904 mi
Last recorded48,904 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 48,904 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2025 48,676 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 48,156 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2023 45,178 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 44,779 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 44,779 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 44,032 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 43,147 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Front brake pads unevenly worn

Pass 30 Aug 2019 42,852 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2019 42,852 miles

Offside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 41,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 41,694 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords all tyres cracking on tyre walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

front side marker lamps inop

Pass 10 Aug 2017 39,127 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cab (6.1.A.1)

all tyres slight perished on walls

Pass 19 Aug 2016 37,371 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,037 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 34,822 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 33,947 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 32,272 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 29,969 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,573 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 25,598 miles

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 27 Oct 2008 22,853 miles

handbrake travel needs adjusting

offside rear top marker light damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2007 20,408 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

handbrake travel needs adjusting

upper rear marker lights inop

Pass 22 Sep 2006 16,059 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

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 EEP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EEP, 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 EEP registered?

BU53 EEP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is BU53 EEP safe to buy?

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