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FD53 VLR

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,262 mi
Last recorded79,262 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 79,262 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 74,425 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 68,677 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 68,677 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 65,641 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 63,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 62,208 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 57,362 miles

advise wiper smear

Pass 24 May 2018 55,005 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 55,005 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

reverse light inopprative

Pass 22 May 2017 51,136 miles

advise wiper smear

Pass 6 May 2016 47,921 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 46,119 miles

advise condition of rear light lens

Pass 29 Apr 2014 42,325 miles

advise hand brake travel

Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,786 miles

advise, vehicle passed the emissions test, no print out was produced due to low emissions.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,554 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 31,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 24,160 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 19,636 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 14,204 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 14,204 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 VLR 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 85.7%.

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 VLR, 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 VLR registered?

FD53 VLR is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is FD53 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 VLR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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