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DU55 FVL

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests32 (23 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate71.9%

Mileage

188,455 mi
Last recorded188,455 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FVL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

23 pass 9 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2020 188,455 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger / jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure base insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill in front and behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside non obligatory mirror damaged

handbrake reserve travel

no coolant in bottle

Pass 20 Jan 2020 185,128 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 185,126 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind spring eye mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

handbrake reserve travel

Pass 5 Jul 2019 181,694 miles

Body corroded

Clutch pedal grip worn

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 175,979 miles

Both mirror glass cracked

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 175,979 miles

Both mirror glass cracked

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 170,523 miles

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

corrosion started nearside rear outer sill

offside rear tyre worn on edges

Fail 26 Jul 2018 170,523 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking oil filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion started nearside rear outer sill

offside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 22 Jan 2018 163,647 miles

nearside number plate light dull

offside door mirror loose

offside rear tyre bald on edges

Pass 19 Jul 2017 158,653 miles

offside door morrow loose

wipers not clearing efficiently

Fail 17 Jul 2017 158,644 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside door morrow loose

wipers not clearing efficiently

Pass 12 Jan 2017 153,882 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

registration plate illumination dull

Fail 23 Dec 2016 153,575 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside number plate lamp dull

Pass 21 Jun 2016 149,126 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/ mirror wide angle lense missing

oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2015 142,359 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 138,185 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 132,484 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 128,637 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 123,369 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 120,970 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 115,654 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 113,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 109,008 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 109,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 106,446 miles

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 103,769 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 98,067 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 98,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 97,984 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres+n/s front tyre slightly perrished

both wiper blades slightly deteriorated

centre row centre seat belt slightly deteriorated

engine under tray slightly loose

slight warp on front brake discs

slight wear lips on front brake discs

Fail 11 Feb 2010 97,984 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres+n/s front tyre slightly perrished

both wiper blades slightly deteriorated

centre row centre seat belt slightly deteriorated

engine under tray slightly loose

slight warp on front brake discs

slight wear lips on front brake discs

Pass 24 Sep 2009 56,734 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 45,328 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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DU55 FVL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.9%.

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 FVL, 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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DU55 FVL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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