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FH04 ETA

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

81,539 mi
Last recorded81,539 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 ETA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2026 81,539 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Strut Turret corroded and holed {not within 30cm of mounting} (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Previous welding repairs covered in underseal

Underside covered in underseal

Pass 22 Aug 2025 76,049 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

floor pan and suspension covered with underseal

Fail 7 Aug 2025 76,015 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Arch inner (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Underside corroded / undersealed

Pass 12 Aug 2024 71,449 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general underside corroded / covered in underseal

offside front strengthening plate corroded (front step)

Pass 8 Aug 2023 64,749 miles

General corrosion underneath

Offside Front strengthening plate corroded {front step}

Pass 10 Aug 2022 58,070 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on o/s strengthening plate at o/s/f step

Pass 21 Jul 2021 51,559 miles

Vehicle freshly covered in underseal front to rear

Fail 14 Jul 2021 51,543 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle freshly covered in underseal front to rear

Pass 18 Aug 2020 50,467 miles

General under body corrosion

Offside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 18 Aug 2020 50,467 miles

General under body corrosion

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 50,131 miles

General underbody corrosion

Offside Front Outer Sill end corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2018 48,725 miles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre date stamped 2005 recommend replacement due to age

Pass 7 Aug 2017 46,978 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 46,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 42,403 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,182 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 31,160 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 27,836 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 27,836 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,330 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak from gearbox

Pass 3 Aug 2011 21,618 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 21,618 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 17,171 miles

all 4 tyres deteriorated on the sidewalls

Pass 31 Jul 2009 13,892 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 11,113 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 8,450 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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FH04 ETA is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FH04 ETA, 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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FH04 ETA is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 19 July 2004.

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