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FD53 VEV

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

54,833 mi
Last recorded54,833 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VEV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 54,833 miles

Engine sump corroded

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footstep slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footstep slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 53,404 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 51,571 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 51,562 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 50,225 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 50,224 miles

Direction indicator not working All (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front- sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 49,174 miles

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

coolant low

Pass 28 May 2019 46,170 miles

Coolant low

Offside inner arch showing signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2018 40,351 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,428 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,316 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 36,316 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,810 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 33,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,946 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Mar 2014 29,788 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 28,218 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 27,345 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,345 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 25,790 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 22,766 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 19,531 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,457 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 16,436 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 12,849 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 VEV is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 VEV, 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.

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What year was FD53 VEV registered?

FD53 VEV is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 2 February 2004.

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