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YS53 KAX

2003 Fiat Ducato

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 KAX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016

Nearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

engine oil leaking

Pass 8 Jan 2015 112,318 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 109,631 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 102,542 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 95,459 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

exhaust outer skin corroded

nearside rear light cluster dammaged

Pass 18 Jan 2011 89,782 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 89,754 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 83,921 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front cross member corroded but not holed

Fail 16 Jan 2009 77,452 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 77,452 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 64,232 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 57,703 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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YS53 KAX is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YS53 KAX, 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 YS53 KAX registered?

YS53 KAX is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YS53 KAX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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