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FD53 VDC

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,896 mi
Last recorded42,896 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VDC
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 42,896 miles

Front cross member corroded holes

Fail 13 Nov 2025 42,896 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps lights missing on plate desplayed (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front cross member corroded holes

Pass 25 May 2023 42,766 miles

Central Front cross mamber rusty

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 42,387 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

obstuction to to rear number plate

Pass 21 Apr 2021 420,011 miles

Offside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 40,578 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,251 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 38,217 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 38,187 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 36,874 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 35,386 miles

n/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 26 Jun 2014 34,296 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 34,289 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,190 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 33,190 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 32,854 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 32,281 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 27,335 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 21,568 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 15,663 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 10,241 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 VDC is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,087 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 FD53 VDC, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD53 VDC?

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What year was FD53 VDC registered?

FD53 VDC is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 February 2004.

Is FD53 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 VDC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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