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DX53 KOD

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,065 mi
Last recorded90,065 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 KOD
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 90,065 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 87,546 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 84,605 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 81,078 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective offside & nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 77,974 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 77,958 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 73,843 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 70,223 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 64,562 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe/hose bracket (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 58,897 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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 23 Nov 2016 55,225 miles

Offside Front brake flexi hose bracket corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2015 51,501 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 47,799 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 3 Dec 2014 47,799 miles

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 5 Dec 2013 41,732 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 35,775 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 29,911 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 24,259 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,334 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 12,178 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 12,034 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 9,895 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside front and rear tyre walls are cracking

Fail 24 Aug 2006 8,283 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

o/s mirror damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2006 8,283 miles

o/s mirror damaged

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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DX53 KOD is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DX53 KOD, 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 DX53 KOD registered?

DX53 KOD is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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