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DN05 DBY

2005 Fiat Ducato

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

407,097 mi
Last recorded407,097 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 DBY
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 407,097 miles

Central Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on both inner sills/outriggers advise attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/rear crossmember etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion on front inner wheel arches advise attention (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on front chassis sections advise attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

handbrake effort only just passed test advise attention

o/s front top suspension creaking when turning advise attention

Pass 4 Nov 2019 397,173 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 397,075 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visor will not stow (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged where it connects to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 390,794 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general underside corrosion

Fail 16 May 2019 390,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general underside corrosion

Pass 5 Nov 2018 379,263 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 374,474 miles

fuel tank appears damp

parking brake efficiency only just passes test

slight bind both front wheels not detected during roller brake test

underside covered with waxoil

Pass 3 Nov 2017 369,571 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subfram mounting (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 363,906 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 363,842 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front flexi brake hose insecure

Pass 27 Oct 2016 358,601 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 358,601 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 358,052 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 358,051 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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DN05 DBY is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 DN05 DBY, 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 DN05 DBY registered?

DN05 DBY is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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