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FD53 VFX

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

44,254 mi
Last recorded44,254 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 44,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2026 44,256 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2025 43,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear reverse light not working

Pass 9 May 2024 43,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 42,080 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearing limit (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2022 39,239 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 34,753 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 34,499 miles

both front inner wheel arch areas slightly corroded

Pass 28 May 2019 33,811 miles

both inner wheel arch areas corroded

Pass 8 May 2018 31,943 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 31,941 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking mount (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,372 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 28,091 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret housing (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 May 2015 27,673 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 26,541 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 27 Apr 2012 24,768 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 24,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 23,207 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,835 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 21,829 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 18,712 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 18,707 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Feb 2008 15,787 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 15,787 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,089 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 VFX 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 VFX, 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

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What year was FD53 VFX registered?

FD53 VFX is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is FD53 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 VFX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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