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A23 VBM

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,378 mi
Last recorded42,378 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 VBM
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 42,378 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 38,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2024 31,540 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 31,540 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 29,004 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 28,243 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 27,604 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 26,510 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 26,088 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 26,088 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,617 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 21,861 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 18,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,554 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 14,433 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 11,601 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 10,663 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 9,245 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 9,245 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 6,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 6,688 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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A23 VBM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 41,565 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 A23 VBM, 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 21 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 VBM registered?

A23 VBM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is A23 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 VBM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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