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FJ03 TWV

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

63,047 mi
Last recorded63,047 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 TWV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 63,047 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 63,045 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 57,213 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 57,209 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 55,632 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 55,636 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 54,263 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2017 54,263 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 54,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brakes are slightly binding

Fail 7 Oct 2016 54,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear brakes are slightly binding

Pass 2 Oct 2015 52,207 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 52,207 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded steering rack (2.3.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 May 2014 50,843 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 50,843 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 49,659 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

center silencer corroded

near side rear tyre perisheding on side wall

Pass 7 Apr 2012 48,729 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

center exhaust box corroded

near side rear tyre perishing on side wall due to age

Pass 12 May 2011 47,122 miles

power steering rack pipes rusty

Pass 22 Apr 2010 45,540 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,245 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil leak from engine

Fail 30 Mar 2009 41,245 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leak from engine

Pass 30 Apr 2008 38,045 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 32,215 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 28,374 miles

body mountings fitted are only screws but there is no body movement

nearside wiper blade slight split but still clearing screen

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 TWV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FJ03 TWV, 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 FJ03 TWV registered?

FJ03 TWV is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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