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WN53 KUG

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,348 mi
Last recorded179,348 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 KUG
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 179,348 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

parking brake has little reserve travel at lever

Fail 20 May 2025 179,351 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 177,944 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 177,295 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 177,777 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 174,452 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2014 253,198 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 249,912 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 233,257 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 205,541 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 192,121 miles

Front bumper insecure

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2008 192,121 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Front bumper insecure

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 151,873 miles

offside front tyre, near side rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2006 82,712 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 82,697 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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WN53 KUG is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WN53 KUG, 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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WN53 KUG is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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