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EF53 ZPT

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

137,573 mi
Last recorded137,573 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 ZPT
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2018 137,573 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring monting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded brake pipe mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2017 135,387 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 130,395 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 124,068 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 120,144 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 120,082 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 113,384 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 113,384 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 65,750 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 65,750 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 88,489 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 88,489 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 78,704 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 78,704 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 64,224 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 63,952 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 42,031 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 24,155 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 24,155 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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EF53 ZPT is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,087 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 EF53 ZPT, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EF53 ZPT is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 February 2004.

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