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DY05 VXM

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

96,078 mi
Last recorded96,078 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 VXM
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 96,078 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 85,629 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear panel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 May 2025 85,627 miles

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

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear panel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 74,488 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 74,488 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 5 May 2023 69,546 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL OVER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2022 66,063 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2022 66,061 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting both sides inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 25 Apr 2022 66,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill. repaired using expanding foam, fibreglass and underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill. repaired using expanding foam, fibreglass and underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Fail 6 Oct 2021 65,998 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material this applies to all the brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 65,417 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Pass 14 Mar 2018 65,037 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Pass 8 Mar 2017 64,796 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Pass 24 Mar 2016 64,345 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 64,263 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 62,403 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)

n/s/r tyre cut on traed but not to cords

Pass 26 Mar 2013 57,167 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 57,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 49,117 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 49,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 38,048 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 31,081 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 25,566 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 19,471 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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DY05 VXM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc 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 DY05 VXM, 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 DY05 VXM registered?

DY05 VXM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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