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WA53 AVO

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,431 mi
Last recorded54,431 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 AVO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 54,431 miles

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

alt belt getting hot

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 9 Feb 2026 54,431 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

alt belt getting hot

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2025 52,905 miles

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner / outer sills , inner arches , chassis legs , steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached and bumper corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

exhaust system corroded outer skin on silencer peeling off

Pass 2 Feb 2024 50,081 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

head lamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2023 47,121 miles

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

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

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

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

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

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2022 44,857 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2021 41,999 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 40,603 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 34,743 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 29,105 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 29,105 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short to rear ,under floor units (1.9.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 24,112 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 20,015 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,882 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 13,547 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 11,362 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,062 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 7,361 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 5,194 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 3,048 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 2,138 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 2,138 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 1,587 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 1,587 miles

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

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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WA53 AVO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WA53 AVO, 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 WA53 AVO registered?

WA53 AVO is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WA53 AVO safe to buy?

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