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WR53 PWJ

2003 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,298 mi
Last recorded17,298 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 PWJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 17,298 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 17,272 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

front crossmember lower radiator section excessively rusted

outter sills rusted

Pass 23 Jan 2020 17,184 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front radiator support cross member rusted and holed

rust /corrosion in outer sills

Pass 29 Jan 2019 17,056 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 16,075 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 16,075 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 15,847 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 15,847 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 15,840 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 15,160 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 13,092 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 13,092 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 12,526 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 112,629 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 10,532 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 10,532 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 9,639 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 8,207 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 7,474 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 6,544 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 4,475 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 PWJ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PWJ, 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 PWJ registered?

WR53 PWJ is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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