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FA53 BTU

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

159,099 mi
Last recorded159,099 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 BTU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 159,099 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 154,757 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 151,517 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 147,634 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 144,651 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 141,473 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 141,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jun 2019 137,245 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 126,910 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 126,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements not visible (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 114,392 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 101,001 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 101,001 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 87,826 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 87,826 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 79,011 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front inner brake pads starting to get low

Pass 28 Jun 2013 68,368 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jun 2013 68,326 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 58,131 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 46,423 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 34,007 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,893 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2008 23,823 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,585 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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FA53 BTU 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 79.2%.

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 FA53 BTU, 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 FA53 BTU registered?

FA53 BTU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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