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DX53 KOW

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,841 mi
Last recorded80,841 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 80,841 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner flitch corroded underneath airbox (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 78,669 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 78,662 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill area yellow chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced underbody by lower radiator crossmember yellow chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower rear subframe mount area yellow chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 77,359 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 75,468 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper inner wheel arch area corroded

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside and nearside front brake pipe/flexi mount area [inner wheel arches] corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2021 73,154 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper inner wheel arch area corroded not affecting strength or ridgity

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 73,148 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember area yellow chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper inner wheel arch area corroded not affecting strength or ridgity

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 71,046 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2020 71,036 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember ( outer chassis area ) yellow chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive flexy hose area (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 69,305 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 66,076 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 61,796 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of subframe (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front step area corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2016 58,160 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 58,160 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 55,650 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 52,025 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 47,026 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 42,285 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 38,845 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 35,877 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 32,140 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,128 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 20,928 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 14,858 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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DX53 KOW 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 83.3%.

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 KOW, 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 KOW registered?

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

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