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FC03 GVU

2003 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,562 mi
Last recorded84,562 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 GVU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2018 84,562 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 83,315 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced glass fogged (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 83,315 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced glass fogged (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 80,187 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 80,187 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 76,409 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 74,394 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 70,491 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 66,261 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 66,261 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 63,245 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Jul 2010 60,698 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 60,698 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 57,202 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 57,202 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 51,647 miles

nearside front tyre low on outer edge

Pass 5 Jul 2007 42,698 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 42,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

all 4 tyres tread depth close to legal limit

Pass 11 Jul 2006 31,735 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 31,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FC03 GVU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FC03 GVU, 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 FC03 GVU registered?

FC03 GVU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 10 July 2003.

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