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FD53 VHA

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

61,745 mi
Last recorded61,745 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VHA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 61,745 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 60,923 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear tyres 14 years old

Pass 6 Aug 2024 60,140 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front crossmember corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2024 60,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front crossmember corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2023 59,671 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both cables fraying (1.1.15 (a))

front crossmemeber corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2023 59,671 miles

Fuel system component leaking at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both cables fraying (1.1.15 (a))

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

front crossmemeber corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2022 58,589 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

front offside radiator cross member corroded but secure

power steering pipes covered in grease

Pass 21 Jul 2021 57,591 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 56,084 miles

exhaust deteriated

Fail 20 Jul 2020 56,084 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust deteriated

Pass 5 Aug 2019 55,139 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 55,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 53,780 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 49,273 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 49,273 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 45,788 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 45,788 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 42,778 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 42,778 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,411 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 36,114 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 36,114 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 33,444 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 30,056 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,088 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 27,088 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 24,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 23,665 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 VHA is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 VHA, 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 VHA registered?

FD53 VHA is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 February 2004.

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