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FA05 VLJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,118 mi
Last recorded50,118 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 VLJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 50,118 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 49,287 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 48,631 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 47,965 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 46,229 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 44,886 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 44,886 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Pass 21 Aug 2019 43,678 miles

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Aug 2018 41,426 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 39,828 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 36,530 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 33,574 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 30,673 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 28,008 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 27,987 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 26,189 miles

near side front brake disc corroded slightly on inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,365 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r side marker inop

Pass 18 Aug 2010 22,171 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,603 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 17,979 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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FA05 VLJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 FA05 VLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA05 VLJ registered?

FA05 VLJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is FA05 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 VLJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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