CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU53 EFK

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,883 mi
Last recorded65,883 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 65,883 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 62,096 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 58,342 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 54,642 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 50,995 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 48,070 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 45,564 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 42,788 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 42,788 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 39,865 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 107,901 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,239 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 29,475 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,601 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,956 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,153 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 20,873 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 19,168 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,836 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 15,835 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 15,602 miles

Front and rear tyres cracking.

Windscreen cracked.

Fail 20 May 2008 15,602 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front and rear tyres cracking.

Windscreen cracked.

Pass 15 May 2007 12,761 miles

Crack in nearside of windscreen.

Offside wiper blade deteriorating.

Pass 22 May 2006 9,541 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
Full Fiat Ducato reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU53 EFK is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc 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 EFK, 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 EFK?

You can check the full history of BU53 EFK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU53 EFK registered?

BU53 EFK is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BU53 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 EFK shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 EFK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU53 EFK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.