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FD03 BTZ

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,736 mi
Last recorded35,736 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 BTZ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 35,736 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2025 35,725 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

All exhaust hangers have age related corrosion

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lower bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 35,409 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 34,734 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 34,733 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 33,732 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Covered in grease (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 30,608 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,388 miles

Offside Front Upper In wheel arch corroded, outside prescribed area

Pass 9 Jul 2018 28,996 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and crossmember (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 27,488 miles

Front sub frame would benefit for clean/protect

Nearside Front wheel slight tightness on rotation/not binding

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 24,148 miles

Front sub frame/cross member surface corrosion

Nearside Rear lens taped repair

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 22,563 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 19,346 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front crossmember corroded.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,977 miles

Lens repair on N/S rear light.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Jul 2012 14,029 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 12,774 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 12,772 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside front upper and lower inner wheel arch areas rusty

Pass 13 Jul 2010 11,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 9,650 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 8,722 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,452 miles

n/s door mirror glass cracked

Pass 31 May 2007 7,601 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 6,210 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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FD03 BTZ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FD03 BTZ, 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 FD03 BTZ registered?

FD03 BTZ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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