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DX53 OGU

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

52,612 mi
Last recorded52,612 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 52,612 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2025 51,569 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 51,566 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 49,405 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 45,408 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2023 45,407 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front cooling system support corroded (cross member)

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside central side marker not working

Pass 20 Oct 2022 40,927 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 40,901 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 40,228 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,963 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 37,939 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 35,942 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 32,636 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 32,635 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 31,075 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 29,036 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 25,718 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 23,282 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 23,282 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 19,745 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 19,745 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 16,545 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 14,387 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2006 12,073 miles

All brake pipes coroded

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering pressure pipe corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2006 12,073 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 OGU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 DX53 OGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 OGU registered?

DX53 OGU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is DX53 OGU safe to buy?

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