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BX05 SZL

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,809 mi
Last recorded29,809 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 SZL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 29,809 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides affected (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 25,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 25,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe slight blow at joint and tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front all nearside suspension corroded

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at radiator bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all exhaust corroded

all offside front suspension corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2022 25,078 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front all suspension corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis at radiator bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front all suspension corroded

exhaust tail pipe missing and exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2021 24,537 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 24,062 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 23,458 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 22,138 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,119 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,561 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust tail pipe missing

Fail 21 Jun 2016 20,550 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 2 Jun 2015 19,802 miles

exhaust tail pipe corroded/missing

Fail 2 Jun 2015 19,802 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust tail pipe corroded/missing

Pass 23 Jun 2014 18,836 miles

exhaust tailpipe corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,988 miles

o/s rear top marker lamp inop'

slight bind on both front brakes

Pass 21 Jun 2012 16,473 miles

n/s & o/s parking brakes not up to known standard

Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,324 miles

slight bind on both front brakes

Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,412 miles

slight bind on n/s & o/s front brakes

Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,329 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,530 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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BX05 SZL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BX05 SZL, 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.

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What year was BX05 SZL registered?

BX05 SZL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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