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DX53 KOU

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

45,572 mi
Last recorded45,572 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 KOU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 45,572 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 45,572 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

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

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

Rear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 42,696 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 42,036 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 40,160 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch and top mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Rear both leaf springs corroded

parking brake would benefit with an adjustment

Fail 26 Jul 2022 40,160 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch and top mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Rear both leaf springs corroded

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

parking brake would benefit with an adjustment

Pass 4 Aug 2021 38,388 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 38,388 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 38,247 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 38,247 miles

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

handbrake lever mounting bolt loose

Pass 14 Feb 2019 33,676 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 33,666 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 30,959 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 25,897 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,036 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,477 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 21,678 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 59,921 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 19,499 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 18,447 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2010 17,888 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 17,881 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 15,276 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 13,684 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 11,008 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 7,907 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 7,903 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 KOU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 KOU, 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 KOU registered?

DX53 KOU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is DX53 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 KOU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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