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FA04 GVJ

2004 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

39,989 mi
Last recorded39,989 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ducato43,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 GVJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 39,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 38,935 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 38,935 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 36,765 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 36,319 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 36,319 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 36,311 miles

n/s rear upper marker light not working

Fail 29 Jul 2022 36,311 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

n/s rear upper marker light not working

Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,140 miles

all steering steel pipes on and to rack surface corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2021 35,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all steering steel pipes on and to rack surface corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,090 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 31,090 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 28,181 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 26,828 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,035 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,526 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 23,493 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 18,108 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 17,254 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,216 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 13,450 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,756 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 9,357 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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FA04 GVJ is a 2004 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FA04 GVJ, 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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What year was FA04 GVJ registered?

FA04 GVJ is a 2004 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is FA04 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA04 GVJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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