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FJ03 HPV

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

42,765 mi
Last recorded42,765 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 HPV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 42,765 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))

front radiator support (cross member) rusty

n/s front chasis member rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

o/s and n/s front lower seatbelt mountings just out side prescribed areas which are rusty and holed

Fail 2 Apr 2024 42,765 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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))

front radiator support (cross member) rusty

n/s front chasis member rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

o/s and n/s front lower seatbelt mountings just out side prescribed areas which are rusty and holed

Pass 30 Mar 2023 42,644 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2023 42,644 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

n/s front chasis member rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 22 Feb 2022 41,551 miles

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

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

o/s and n/s front inner cill/door step rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 27 Feb 2021 40,727 miles

o/s front step inner floor panel rusty but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 29 Feb 2020 39,985 miles

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

o/s front inner part of the step rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 30 Jun 2018 38,167 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 34,581 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 33,938 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 33,637 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2015 33,637 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 22 May 2014 33,550 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

metal power steering pipes rusty

Pass 22 May 2014 33,550 miles

metal power steering pipes rusty

Pass 15 May 2013 33,176 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 31,763 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 31,763 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,237 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 31,237 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010
Fail 21 Jan 2009 25,939 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 25,939 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 23,683 miles

off side light aim on top parallel mark

Pass 26 Jan 2007 19,944 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 18,568 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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FJ03 HPV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 FJ03 HPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ03 HPV registered?

FJ03 HPV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is FJ03 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 HPV shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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