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FH03 APV

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,347 mi
Last recorded33,347 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 APV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 33,347 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tail lamp lens broken

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

Fail 1 Feb 2021 33,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not hitting screen (3.5 (a))

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

Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear corroded and starting to split (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear tail lamp lens broken

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 31,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear rear lamp has damage to lens

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess single cable across axle (1.1.15 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 27 Mar 2019 31,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear rear lamp has damage to lens

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess single cable across axle (1.1.15 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,788 miles

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

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

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2017 28,788 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2016 25,564 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 23,069 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 18,603 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,382 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 17,233 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 14,476 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 12,734 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 11,829 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 3,792 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 3,781 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 3,600 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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FH03 APV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FH03 APV, 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 FH03 APV registered?

FH03 APV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is FH03 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 APV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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