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FN53 HVJ

2003 Fiat Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,984 mi
Last recorded19,984 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan38,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 HVJ
MakeFiat
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 19,984 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 19,967 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working nearside & offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective lens yellowed - beam pattern affected (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

amber side marker lights not working

Pass 22 Apr 2024 19,386 miles

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

headlamp beam pattern poor

nearside amber marker lamp not working x1

offside amber marker lamp not working x2

Fail 15 Apr 2024 19,368 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

headlamp beam pattern poor

nearside amber marker lamp not working x1

offside amber marker lamp not working x2

Pass 17 Apr 2023 18,520 miles

exhaust downpipe - corroded at flange

park brake - effort low - 16%

Pass 17 Nov 2021 16,299 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 16,299 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2014 97,465 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 84,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 27,350 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,772 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,778 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2009 20,134 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,968 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 15,945 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 15,256 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Motorcaravan?

Based on 5,061 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
2,061
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
Brake pipe excessively corroded 50
position lamp(s) not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
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FN53 HVJ is a 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 38,361 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN53 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FN53 HVJ registered?

FN53 HVJ is a 2003 Fiat Motorcaravan, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is FN53 HVJ safe to buy?

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