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YJ53 ETT

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

35,250 mi
Last recorded35,250 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 ETT
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,250 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 35,180 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 35,183 miles

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 34,994 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Apr 2023 34,663 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 33,390 miles

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

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 33,384 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 28,293 miles

slight corrosion on n/s/f brake disc

slightly corroded brake pipe on rear axle

various areas of underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,058 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 27,058 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,559 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,565 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 23,565 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,318 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,578 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,112 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 18,112 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 16,391 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 16,391 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 14,909 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 12,605 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 12,605 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 9,294 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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YJ53 ETT is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YJ53 ETT, 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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What year was YJ53 ETT registered?

YJ53 ETT is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 19 February 2004.

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