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YX53 AGU

2003 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

35,558 mi
Last recorded35,558 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 AGU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 35,558 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rigid clutch pipe corroded

Fail 6 May 2026 35,556 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement Parking brake linkage (1.1.15 (e))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rigid clutch pipe corroded

Pass 2 May 2025 32,063 miles

Coolant leak at radiator ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 30,243 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack wet (2.1.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chassis and suspension components have age related corrosion

clutch slave cylinder leaking + pipe corroded

rattle from exhaust (cause of noise not known)

Fail 13 May 2024 30,243 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to handbrake cable (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged handbrake cable frayed badly (1.1.15 (a))

Coolant leak radiator ()

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack wet (2.1.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chassis and suspension components have age related corrosion

clutch slave cylinder leaking + pipe corroded

rattle from exhaust (cause of noise not known)

Pass 22 May 2023 29,109 miles

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

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

Front pas pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 28,830 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

underseal not allowing full inspection

Fail 22 Jun 2022 28,829 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

underseal not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Jul 2021 28,303 miles

Exhaust back box deteriorated

Under seal not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,749 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 25,449 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 10,694 miles

Unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to underseal

Pass 31 Aug 2017 12,358 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 11,386 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 15,734 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,471 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 12,405 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 12,609 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 12,609 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2010 14,347 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 10,953 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,953 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,173 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,176 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 5,307 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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YX53 AGU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 YX53 AGU, 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 YX53 AGU registered?

YX53 AGU is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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