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NU53 EHE

2003 Fiat Doblo Cargo

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,111 mi
Last recorded85,111 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Fiat Doblo Cargo89,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 EHE
MakeFiat
ModelDoblo Cargo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2022 85,111 miles

Emissions not tested due to excessive blow (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both upper (5.3.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective worn ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underbody corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2021 84,164 miles

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

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

exhaust hangers split

Fail 23 Jan 2021 84,164 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

exhaust hangers split

Pass 5 Feb 2020 81,824 miles

BOTH REAR LIFE SPRINGS CORRODED

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT MOUNTING POINT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE REAR UPPER BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 81,824 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fuel system component leaking REAR OFF ENGINE (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced CENTRAL OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

BOTH REAR LIFE SPRINGS CORRODED

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT MOUNTING POINT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE REAR UPPER BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 80,520 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES REAR , REAR MOUNTING POINTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting BOTH SIDES REAR (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES REAR ON 2 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 80,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL & SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL CLOSING PANLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES REAR , REAR MOUNTING POINTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting BOTH SIDES REAR (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES REAR ON 2 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 76,988 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 76,988 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 66,734 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 59,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 59,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 49,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 41,770 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 38,147 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 31,949 miles

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

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

Note: Front brake discs pitted but not considered weak.

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

Fail 20 Jul 2011 31,949 miles

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

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

Note: Front brake discs pitted but not considered weak.

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 30,649 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,146 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 25,547 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 25,547 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,218 miles

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Doblo Cargo?

Based on 128,943 MOT tests across 9,608 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
7,317
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
9,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,701
Registration plate lamp not working 3,838
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,465
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,028
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,942
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NU53 EHE is a 2003 Fiat Doblo Cargo in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Doblo Cargo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 89,091 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 Cargo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,701 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU53 EHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Doblo Cargo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Doblo Cargo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NU53 EHE is a 2003 Fiat Doblo Cargo, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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