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FD53 VAV

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

39,811 mi
Last recorded39,811 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VAV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 39,811 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 38,634 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 38,552 miles

Underside has age related corrosion

Fail 24 Aug 2024 38,552 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Underside has age related corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2023 37,941 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 36,827 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 35,187 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 33,504 miles

Central Rear silencer corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Inner body floor deteriorated. wood has rotted through

Pass 29 May 2018 32,596 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outter wall

Fail 25 May 2018 32,592 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outter wall

Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,271 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 30,271 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,393 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 25,788 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 25,788 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,351 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 25,269 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,269 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 24,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,944 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 23,848 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

o/s/r light cluster panel requires attention to its security

Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,848 miles

o/s/r light cluster panel requires attention to its security

Fail 23 Jun 2010 23,029 miles

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

o/s/r side skirt/rear quarter bumper insecure

o/s/r tyre wall showing early signs of wall perishing/deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2010 23,029 miles

o/s/r side skirt/rear quarter bumper insecure

o/s/r tyre wall showing early signs of wall perishing/deteriorated

Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,977 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,987 miles

o/s/r/tyre/slight/cracking/on/outer/sidewall

slight/split/on/n/s/wiper/blade

Pass 20 Jun 2007 16,320 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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FD53 VAV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 FD53 VAV, 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 FD53 VAV registered?

FD53 VAV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is FD53 VAV safe to buy?

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