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DM03 SWM

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,684 mi
Last recorded105,684 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM03 SWM
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 105,684 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 105,684 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 104,988 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 96,668 miles

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

Vehicle presented for test undersealed, visual inspection impaired

Fail 18 Jul 2022 96,638 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch behind brake pipe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

various other points of corrosion on vehicle not yet considered excessive

Pass 28 Jul 2021 91,381 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 91,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 91,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected turret holed (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected turret (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported inner arch (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 81,904 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 68,668 miles

Corrosion in general exhaust system

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near steering column (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Steering arm has slight play at attatchment

Power steering pipes slightly corroded

Sight surfice corrosion in places underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Apr 2018 64,332 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,808 miles

Front door steps and sills crispy

Pass 19 Apr 2016 59,015 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 58,002 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 54,872 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 52,289 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 52,259 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 48,560 miles

2 side marker lights not working

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,589 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front discs corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2010 34,152 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 34,152 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 25,212 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 25,212 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 16,235 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 11,530 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 11,526 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 11,526 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 8,624 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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DM03 SWM is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DM03 SWM, 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.

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What year was DM03 SWM registered?

DM03 SWM is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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The MOT history for DM03 SWM shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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