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FG03 XXS

2003 Fiat Ducato

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

87,586 mi
Last recorded87,586 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 XXS
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 87,586 miles

both middle exhaust mounts broken but system still supported

offside wiper blade split on ends but still clean windscreen

signs of slight corrosion through out underside

Fail 15 Jan 2018 87,462 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner back panel (2.4.A.3)

both middle exhaust mountings broken

Pass 23 Jan 2017 82,261 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 82,261 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 76,025 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 76,024 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 70,105 miles

Both front upper suspension pivot bearings rough/tight

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 63,567 miles

Both front upper suspension pivot bearings rough/tight.

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

Offside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2014 63,567 miles

Both front upper suspension pivot bearings rough/tight.

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

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

Offside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 56,078 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 49,890 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 43,520 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 37,768 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 37,768 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 31,215 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 25,222 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,501 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 13,708 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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FG03 XXS is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 44,259 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 FG03 XXS, 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 23 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG03 XXS registered?

FG03 XXS is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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