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FM03 RBU

2003 Fiat Camper Van

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,671 mi
Last recorded56,671 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Camper Van35,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 RBU
MakeFiat
ModelCamper Van
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 56,671 miles

Central Front clutch pipe corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2025 56,627 miles

Central Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 56,620 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 56,594 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 55,481 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 54,733 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 54,733 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 50,773 miles

handbrake lot travel

Fail 18 Nov 2021 50,773 miles

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

handbrake lot travel

Pass 25 Nov 2020 48,939 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 48,938 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 46,738 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 44,178 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 44,177 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 41,894 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls.

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

Fail 25 May 2017 41,894 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working Both lower (1.2.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls.

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 40,479 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 38,827 miles

n/s/r + o/s/r tyre perished but no cords exposed

Pass 19 Dec 2013 33,914 miles

clutch slave cylinder metal pipe corroded

nearside and offside rear tyres outer sidewalls slightly perished/cracked

Fail 17 Dec 2013 33,913 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

clutch slave cylinder metal pipe corroded

nearside and offside rear tyres outer sidewalls slightly perished/cracked

Pass 2 Oct 2012 32,380 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 32,283 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,283 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 31,433 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 31,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,617 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,805 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,805 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 14 Aug 2007 11,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 11,824 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 9,368 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 5,669 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Camper Van?

Based on 3,471 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
2,018
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 41
position lamp(s) not working 39
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FM03 RBU is a 2003 Fiat Camper Van in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 35,127 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 Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM03 RBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FM03 RBU is a 2003 Fiat Camper Van, first registered on 9 July 2003.

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