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DX55 EWL

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

38,958 mi
Last recorded38,958 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 EWL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 38,958 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

vehicle underbody corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2026 38,944 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding nearside + offside (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre has a flat spot (215/70/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2025 36,184 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2025 36,145 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 31,383 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 30,344 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f bump stops broken

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2022 30,330 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

o/s/f and n/s/f bump stops broken

Pass 22 Oct 2021 28,834 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 27,808 miles

front chassis to inner wing lips showing signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2018 24,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 24,964 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working roof hieght (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 20,631 miles

All road tyres perished

Fail 21 Nov 2017 20,631 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All road tyres perished

Pass 29 Nov 2016 20,579 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 18,299 miles

all tyres showing deterioration

Pass 3 Jun 2014 17,474 miles

exhaust deterioration

exhaust mountings poor condition

nearside rear roof marker broken / not working

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,518 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 15,518 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside side markers not working

rear wheel bearings not tested due to brakes binding may fail retest

Pass 16 Nov 2012 15,355 miles

o/s washer jet flow poor

Pass 23 Nov 2011 14,059 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 12,160 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

EXTRA MARKER LIGHT LENSE CRACKED ON OFFSIDE REAR

NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC CORRODED SLIGHTLY

Pass 28 Oct 2010 12,160 miles

EXTRA MARKER LIGHT LENSE CRACKED ON OFFSIDE REAR

NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC CORRODED SLIGHTLY

Pass 28 Oct 2009 10,761 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 8,086 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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DX55 EWL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,297cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 DX55 EWL, 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 DX55 EWL registered?

DX55 EWL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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