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DV54 VJX

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

84,797 mi
Last recorded84,797 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 VJX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2018 84,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg / front sub frame rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg / inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring, front hanger 2 area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg / inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired plate on inner wing no longer attached to chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring, front hanger 2 area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 82,839 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 82,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped behind wheel come off (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 81,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 81,205 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch and strut tower (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch and strut tower (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 81,154 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch and strut tower (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mounting 2 areas marked (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear hanger, rear panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill / step (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported bracket corroded and detached from chassis (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch and strut tower (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mounting 3 areas marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear hanger, rear panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 77,297 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 77,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 72,593 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 66,933 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 66,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 30 May 2012 58,662 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 58,662 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 42,185 miles

n/s/r brake out of balance (low)

Pass 20 May 2009 33,808 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 25,687 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 25,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DV54 VJX is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,087 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 DV54 VJX, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DV54 VJX is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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