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SP53 BXN

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,785 mi
Last recorded42,785 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 BXN
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 42,785 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Some signs of corrosion to underside and some components

Fail 16 Aug 2023 42,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Some signs of corrosion to underside and some components

Pass 1 Nov 2019 42,758 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight signs of corrosion to underside and front inner arches

Fail 21 Oct 2019 42,743 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect faded and moisture in N/S (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger and inner step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger and inner step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight signs of corrosion to underside and front inner arches

Pass 17 Oct 2018 41,908 miles

Slight corrosion starting to underside including front inner arches/ chassis. Small hole next to jacking point on N/S

Pass 23 Oct 2017 40,929 miles

Slight signs of corrosion to underside lower steps and inner front wheel arches

Pass 3 Oct 2016 38,945 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 38,622 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 38,622 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 37,425 miles

All tyres slightly perished

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Upper Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front jacking point area corroded

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

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 37,424 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

All tyres slightly perished

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Upper Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front jacking point area corroded

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

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 35,776 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 33,891 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,267 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 26,761 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 20,929 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 18,595 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 18,595 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 16,493 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?

Based on 1,962,737 MOT tests across 142,446 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
2,630
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
142,446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30,287
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,216
Registration plate lamp not working 27,458
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22,732
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SP53 BXN is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 44,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Ducato fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34,174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP53 BXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ducato typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP53 BXN registered?

SP53 BXN is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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