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WA53 BDE

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

17,054 mi
Last recorded17,054 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 BDE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 17,054 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All in poor condition. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 15,662 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2024 15,662 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 15,427 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 15,427 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 14,893 miles

some corrosion forming

Pass 16 Jul 2021 13,810 miles

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

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

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

front chassis corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2021 13,810 miles

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

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

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

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

front chassis corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2020 12,802 miles

general corrosion to most underside brake and suspension components

Pass 7 Jun 2019 12,582 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 12,354 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 11,674 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 11,674 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 10,785 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 9,978 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 9,212 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 9,212 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 8,355 miles

both front and n/s rear tyres perished

Fail 21 Oct 2011 7,355 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 7,355 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 7,181 miles

Cracks in tyre rubber

Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,496 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 5,707 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 5,707 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 5,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 4,523 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,943 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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WA53 BDE is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BDE, 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 BDE registered?

WA53 BDE is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is WA53 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 BDE shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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