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YS53 KBF

2004 Fiat Ducato

Red Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,149 mi
Last recorded98,149 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 KBF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 98,149 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2017 98,142 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded as marked (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings In various areas as marked (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings In various areas as marked (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded as marked (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2016 94,685 miles

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

Offside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 94,685 miles

Nearside Front 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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 90,650 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 90,644 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Nearside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 86,816 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 80,924 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Oct 2011 74,245 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 70,024 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 53,159 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 38,461 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 34,168 miles

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

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

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 KBF is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in Red with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 KBF, 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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YS53 KBF is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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