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DK53 VRL

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,384 mi
Last recorded65,384 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 VRL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 65,384 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 65,203 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 65,101 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 64,986 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 64,624 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 64,324 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 60,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 60,805 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,561 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 57,523 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 48,601 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 45,366 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 45,366 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 41,049 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 41,048 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front wheel bearings slight rough when rotated

Pass 24 Jun 2009 37,516 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 34,226 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 34,221 miles

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

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

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside and offside rear tyres perished and split

Pass 24 Oct 2007 23,394 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 16,940 miles

slight rise and fall on effort rear brakes

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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DK53 VRL is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK53 VRL, 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 DK53 VRL registered?

DK53 VRL is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is DK53 VRL safe to buy?

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