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WJ52 WMU

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,108 mi
Last recorded28,108 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 WMU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 28,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 26,172 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security X member mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 26,137 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged Passenger (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security X member mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Slight under cab surface corrosion

Pass 29 Sep 2022 25,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 23,699 miles

Front general corrosion

Fail 11 Aug 2021 23,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner rearward arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner upper wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front general corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,378 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe assy showing signs of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front main chassis members corroding at various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing to rear of wheel arch corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi to caliper ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipe (through chassis) corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 21,567 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 21,567 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2017 21,045 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,149 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 20,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,426 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 19,416 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 May 2014 18,345 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 18,340 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 17,199 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 16,257 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 May 2011 15,480 miles

Centre Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 13,350 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,343 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 13,337 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 May 2008 11,742 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 9,473 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,529 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 7,444 miles

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

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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WJ52 WMU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WJ52 WMU, 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 WJ52 WMU registered?

WJ52 WMU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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