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BU53 EFB

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,290 mi
Last recorded60,290 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 EFB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 60,290 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 5 Jun 2026 54,472 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both Sides On Step And Inner Seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2025 54,209 miles

Nearside Front corrosion on inner panels

Pass 3 Jun 2024 53,724 miles

Both front tyres cracked and perished

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Chassis corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 53,067 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 52,108 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner door sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2022 52,090 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner door sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 50,726 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 13 May 2020 48,958 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 8 Apr 2019 48,277 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 48,277 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

front brake discs slightly corroded and worn on inner faces

Pass 4 May 2018 47,300 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 May 2018 47,300 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2017 45,822 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 42,134 miles

slight oil leak

off side front inner c.v boot leaking grease

Pass 4 Sep 2015 37,669 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 37,593 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 34,062 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 34,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 31,578 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 28,789 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 23,913 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,574 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 21,986 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,061 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 19,033 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 19,033 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 17,329 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 13,419 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 13,419 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 EFB is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 EFB, 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 EFB registered?

BU53 EFB is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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