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WP53 OVB

2004 Fiat Ducato

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests25 (13 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate52%

Mileage

53,627 mi
Last recorded53,627 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP53 OVB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 12 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 53,627 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

corrosion around vehicle

Fail 24 May 2019 53,627 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

corrosion around vehicle

Pass 12 Jun 2018 50,778 miles

Nearside Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 50,778 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 50,759 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Exhaust dripping engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Central Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Coolant level low

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp loose but not insecure

Nearside rear tyre perished/cracking

Offside rear light lens loose

Offside seat belt retracting mechanism slow

Fail 4 May 2018 50,525 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

rust to front inner arches

suspension down one side

Pass 17 May 2017 47,400 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 47,330 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2016 44,536 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 44,500 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 39,151 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

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

brake load sensing valve stiff

Fail 2 Apr 2015 38,801 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

VEHICLE IS SLIGHTLY LOWER ON O/S POSSIBLY DUE TO LOAD (NO ACCESS)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 33,968 miles

battery terminal loose

corrosion outside prescribed area offside front lower

front discs pitted

offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 11 Mar 2014 33,968 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

battery terminal loose

corrosion outside prescribed area offside front lower

front discs pitted

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 12 Mar 2013 33,094 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 33,087 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

VEHICLE WEIGHT 3482/3200

Pass 9 Feb 2012 31,385 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 31,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 31,254 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 30,455 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 25,309 miles

Rear body mounting frame in a rusty condition but sound

Fail 31 Dec 2008 25,309 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear body mounting frame in a rusty condition but sound

Pass 30 Jan 2008 21,790 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 21,790 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 19,403 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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WP53 OVB is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,087 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 WP53 OVB, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WP53 OVB is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 8 January 2004.

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