MOT Status
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71,177 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
coolant leak, header tank empty
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 across rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 across rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 across rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
park efficiency only just met
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bonnet removed (3.5 (a))
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 across rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
park efficiency only just met
Park efficiency only just met
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
All lights flicker. Dash board lights dim and go out when hazard switch, horn, washers or main beam operated.
Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Engine cut out during test, started fine after. Vehicle idles a little faster than expected.
Exhaust corroded in places.
Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Central (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Once main beam on, switch does not always extinguish the lights. Washers and wipers stop intermittently and then function as intended.
Small areas of rust just starting to form on nearside front inner wheel arch and inner sill areas. None excessive at this time.
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Brake hose support come away from chassis (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
sump corrosion - time to change
Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lens damaged (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
coolant header tank empty
sump corrosion - time to change
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
sump corrosion
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
sump corrosion
Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS
Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?
Based on 1,962,737 MOT tests across 142,446 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EU53 NKD is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.
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 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 EU53 NKD, 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 EU53 NKD registered?
EU53 NKD is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 October 2003.
Is EU53 NKD safe to buy?
The MOT history for EU53 NKD shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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