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AO53 JZW

2003 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

130,815 mi
Last recorded130,815 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2010
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ducato44,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 JZW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2010 130,815 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 130,815 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

both bump stops damaged

engine maqnagement light on

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Nov 2008 108,241 miles

nearside front McPherson strut top mounting is creaking when rotated

Fail 12 Nov 2008 108,241 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside front McPherson strut top mounting is creaking when rotated

Fail 27 Oct 2008 107,811 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 89,157 miles

front brake balance on limit

Pass 17 Oct 2006 64,861 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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AO53 JZW is a 2003 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 1,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 AO53 JZW, 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 AO53 JZW registered?

AO53 JZW is a 2003 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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