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FD53 VLF

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,357 mi
Last recorded48,357 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 48,357 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 47,657 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 47,036 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 45,654 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 45,645 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 42,734 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Radiator - offside seam (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 41,950 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 41,947 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 41,890 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 41,259 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 39,388 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 35,079 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 33,232 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 33,232 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 31,264 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 28,344 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 25,531 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 1 Mar 2012 23,039 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 20,435 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 20,435 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

very long parkbrake lever travel

Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,650 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 17,650 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,979 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 2,512 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 12,325 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 10,294 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 VLF is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VLF, 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 VLF registered?

FD53 VLF is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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The MOT history for FD53 VLF shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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