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WA53 HLP

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,438 mi
Last recorded66,438 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 66,438 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 66,434 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 66,068 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 65,531 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch/ strut top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 59,340 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 53,817 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 49,618 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 49,610 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 47,671 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 47,671 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 46,374 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 44,421 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 42,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 39,495 miles

windscreen chipped

Fail 24 Jan 2017 39,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

windscreen chipped

Pass 28 Jan 2016 37,986 miles

engine oil leak [oil filter area ?]

Pass 28 Jan 2015 35,057 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 35,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 35,040 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,808 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres perished

surface rust on front and rear brake discs

Fail 2 Jul 2014 34,808 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres perished

Fail 5 Jun 2013 33,831 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres perishing

front discs have surface rust

Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,831 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres perishing

front discs have surface rust

Pass 18 Jan 2012 29,761 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 28,059 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,907 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 22,864 miles

all 4 tyres are deteriorated & cracked , replacement recommended as soon as possible.

Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,159 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 14,684 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 14,120 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 HLP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA53 HLP registered?

WA53 HLP is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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