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DL04 GCZ

2004 Fiat Ducato

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

150,734 mi
Last recorded150,734 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL04 GCZ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2025 150,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength panel at spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear shackle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 133,846 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Underbody undersealed

Pass 2 Jun 2023 127,838 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 127,744 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above driveshaft (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 122,609 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside play in gearbox mounting

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear parking brake performance slightly down

Pass 10 Jun 2021 119,582 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 119,573 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened prescribed area around the front wishbone [rear bush] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 119,008 miles

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2020 118,999 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 112,704 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded/deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))

handbrake requires adjustment

Fail 11 Jun 2019 112,704 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded/deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 12 Jun 2018 104,700 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 97,864 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear of front wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear of front wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 91,364 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 83,875 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 83,823 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 77,694 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 68,088 miles

slight corrosion to floor area

slight play in nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 20 Jul 2012 60,529 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 47,557 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 42,178 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 42,178 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 37,989 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,003 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 29,003 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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DL04 GCZ is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,087 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 DL04 GCZ, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DL04 GCZ is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 21 August 2004.

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