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WR53 AVJ

2003 Fiat Ducato

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,225 mi
Last recorded109,225 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 AVJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 109,225 miles

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

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 109,222 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 102,765 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2020 102,765 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 97,959 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2019 97,959 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 91,505 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 91,505 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILLS (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILLS (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 85,971 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 85,971 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 81,083 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 72,920 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 72,920 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 61,318 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 61,318 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 53,489 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 44,236 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

column gaiter split

Pass 7 Oct 2011 35,316 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 35,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,217 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 28,680 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 23,346 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 19,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,619 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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WR53 AVJ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WR53 AVJ, 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 WR53 AVJ registered?

WR53 AVJ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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