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YM53 YFE

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

173,806 mi
Last recorded173,806 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 YFE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2018 173,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced suspension mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bulkhead behind battery not welded and rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie various (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced suspension mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sideof van very rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 158,123 miles

Both rear inner arches corroded

Both sills corroded

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 26 May 2017 157,992 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear and out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch and upper shock mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 141,050 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 140,952 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 129,097 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 129,097 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 120,988 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 120,988 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 99,205 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 85,809 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 85,809 miles

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

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

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2010 78,438 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 78,438 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 73,815 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 73,815 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 21 Jan 2008 65,032 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 65,032 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 55,269 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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YM53 YFE is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 YM53 YFE, 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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YM53 YFE is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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