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FV53 YAO

2004 Fiat Doblo

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

128,393 mi
Last recorded128,393 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Doblo85,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 YAO
MakeFiat
ModelDoblo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 128,393 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 128,393 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 119,337 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 119,337 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 116,003 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 116,003 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis next to exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 113,566 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill small corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 112,365 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in exhaust minor leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 112,364 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in exhaust minor leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 109,033 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 109,032 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH WHITE (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front WING REPEATER LENS MISSING

Pass 19 Feb 2018 105,118 miles

NEAR SIDE WING REPEATER LENS MISSING

Fail 19 Feb 2018 105,117 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

NEAR SIDE WING REPEATER LENS MISSING

Pass 20 Feb 2017 102,272 miles

both rear indicators slightly white

near side wing repeater lens missing

Pass 16 Feb 2016 94,879 miles

both front indicators slightly white

near side wing repeater slightly white and cover missing

Pass 20 Feb 2015 83,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 70,632 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 70,632 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 60,192 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 60,192 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2013 60,152 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/f tread inner shoulder worn-tracking check req

Pass 16 Feb 2012 56,289 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 52,454 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 52,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 43,031 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 35,850 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 27,527 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 18,414 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Doblo?

Based on 1,002,322 MOT tests across 77,624 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,512
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
77,624
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,655
Registration plate lamp not working 17,573
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,367
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,383
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FV53 YAO is a 2004 Fiat Doblo in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Doblo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 85,662 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 Doblo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV53 YAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Doblo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Fiat Doblo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV53 YAO registered?

FV53 YAO is a 2004 Fiat Doblo, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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