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BU53 LTT

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,421 mi
Last recorded39,421 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 LTT
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 39,421 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 38,902 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 38,468 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 38,335 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 37,998 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS+OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS+OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 36,679 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 36,165 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 36,165 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. very low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 35,456 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 35,456 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 33,188 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 31,707 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 30,105 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 27,993 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 27,993 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,906 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 26,488 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,138 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 24,138 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,840 miles

rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 12 Nov 2009 20,393 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 20,343 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 16,216 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 16,216 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 23 Nov 2007 12,959 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 9,506 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 LTT is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LTT, 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 LTT registered?

BU53 LTT is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BU53 LTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 LTT shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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