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EX55 LXS

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

165,002 mi
Last recorded165,002 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 LXS
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2019 165,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch by suspension Turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point/inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe 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 Inner arch suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 154,245 miles

Nearside inner sills have three areas of corrosion but not strucural

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner sill corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2017 154,245 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings behind front wheel by jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside inner sills have three areas of corrosion but not strucural

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner sill corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2016 151,998 miles

Engine oil leak

Front inner wheels contaminated with oil/grease? unable to assess

Front shock absorbers contaminated with oil/grease. unable to assess

Fail 2 Nov 2016 151,998 miles

Engine oil leak

Front inner wheels contaminated with oil/grease? unable to assess

Front shock absorbers contaminated with oil/grease. unable to assess

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 149,125 miles

Front cross member corroded

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

nearside outer sill signs of corrosion

windscreen has slight wiper blade damage

Pass 4 Sep 2014 147,530 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 147,290 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2012 147,288 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2011 146,079 miles

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

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

off side wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 5 Nov 2010 137,723 miles

Child seats fitted to passenger seats.

Load area boarded.

Offside parking brake effort lower than nearside, not considered excessive & total sufficient.

Oil leak

Play in nearside front wheel bearing, not considered excessive.

Pass 15 Sep 2009 122,016 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 99,946 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 99,858 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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EX55 LXS is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 EX55 LXS, 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 EX55 LXS registered?

EX55 LXS is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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