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DU55 FVJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

287,478 mi
Last recorded287,478 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FVJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 287,478 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear position light output slightly reduced

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

Offside Front position light output slightly reduced

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 287,471 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 287,468 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 287,460 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2020 287,458 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 287,451 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 287,445 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 287,346 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 285,835 miles

Nearside Front C.V BOOT PERISHING

Nearside Lower SILL BOTTOM EDGE DAMAGED

Offside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DAMP

Fail 5 Dec 2017 285,831 miles

Central Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings REAR CROSSMEMBER N/S AND O/S REAR SPRING MOUNTS (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front C.V BOOT PERISHING

Nearside Lower SILL BOTTOM EDGE DAMAGED

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion BODY OUTRIGGER CORRODED (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DAMP

Pass 21 Dec 2016 285,029 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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DU55 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DU55 FVJ, 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 DU55 FVJ registered?

DU55 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is DU55 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 FVJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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