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FA05 YXL

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

121,496 mi
Last recorded121,496 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 121,496 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 110,898 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Behind front crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 100,768 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 89,585 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2021 88,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 85,115 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded X2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 80,356 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded X2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 76,792 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 76,776 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 72,511 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 66,998 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 59,264 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 56,838 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 52,856 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 25,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 41,381 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 34,926 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,772 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 25,772 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 YXL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YXL, 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 FA05 YXL registered?

FA05 YXL is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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