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FN53 CVP

2003 Iveco Tipper

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,034 mi
Last recorded147,034 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Iveco Tipper88,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 CVP
MakeIveco
ModelTipper
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 147,034 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play boot perished (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 145,999 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 145,991 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened corroded near support bolt (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outter sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired near shock mount (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2024 145,936 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 145,378 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 144,777 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 143,729 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 142,307 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 136,973 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 129,613 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2016 122,271 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 118,848 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 108,869 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 97,378 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 94,852 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 94,824 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 89,767 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 89,742 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 87,336 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 85,977 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2008 68,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front near side marker lamp not working

unable to open rear offside door

Pass 25 Mar 2008 68,873 miles

front near side marker lamp not working

unable to open rear offside door

Pass 18 Jun 2007 55,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 44,430 miles

How Reliable is the Iveco Tipper?

Based on 1,841 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
7,163
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 95
Brake pipe excessively corroded 87
Registration plate lamp not working 77
position lamp(s) not working 76
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FN53 CVP is a 2003 Iveco Tipper in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Iveco Tipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 88,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Iveco Tipper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN53 CVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Iveco Tipper typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Iveco Tipper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FN53 CVP registered?

FN53 CVP is a 2003 Iveco Tipper, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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