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CU53 AEF

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,041 mi
Last recorded34,041 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 AEF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 34,041 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 33,414 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 32,229 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 29,673 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 28,362 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,158 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 25,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 22,853 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 20,505 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 19,380 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 18,702 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 15,749 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,749 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,436 miles

Front washers weak.

Front wipers judder.

Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 8,627 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 8,627 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 8,343 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 6,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 6,892 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 4,966 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

high level brake light not working unable to prove if wired up

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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CU53 AEF is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CU53 AEF, 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 CU53 AEF registered?

CU53 AEF is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is CU53 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 AEF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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