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NX03 MLF

2003 Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

51,976 mi
Last recorded51,976 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca33,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 MLF
MakeAuto-trail
ModelDucato 15 LWB Td Carioca
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 51,976 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 51,945 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 50,328 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive leaf spring attachment bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive leaf spring attachment bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view mirror glass damaged (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside inner and outer sill corroded

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

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

front radiator lower support corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2022 47,728 miles

Vehicle underside at cab slightly corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2021 47,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 47,097 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 45,371 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 43,523 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 41,229 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 40,570 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,770 miles

Both front tyres badly perished

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 38,633 miles

Both front tyres perished

Exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2013 38,045 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 37,091 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,558 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,467 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 23,466 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 13,755 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,379 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 7,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,806 miles

How Reliable is the Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca?

Based on 4,888 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
1,592
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Horn not working 35
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NX03 MLF is a 2003 Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 33,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX03 MLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NX03 MLF is a 2003 Auto-trail Ducato 15 LWB Td Carioca, first registered on 2 May 2003.

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