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DG52 UPE

2002 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,954 mi
Last recorded62,954 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Fiat Ducato47,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 UPE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 62,954 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL CENRAL TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 May 2026 62,954 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced STEP (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL CENRAL TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 62,808 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 62,807 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2023 62,399 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 62,381 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 62,260 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 62,260 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 58,252 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2015 58,252 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2014 55,788 miles

corrosion on outer sills

oil leak on engine

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,591 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 52,591 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 50,625 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear wheel bearings require attention soon

nearside outersill slighty damaged

offside sill slighty damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2011 47,880 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside of vehcile has slight damage

nearside rear sill slighty damaged

offside centre sills slighty damaged

offside rear light lense slighty damaged

offside rear reflector slighty damaged

Pass 30 Apr 2010 44,699 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 44,681 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 38,850 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 31,963 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 23,995 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

footbrake performance on limit(rear)

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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DG52 UPE is a 2002 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 DG52 UPE, 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 24 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 DG52 UPE registered?

DG52 UPE is a 2002 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is DG52 UPE safe to buy?

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