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FG55 FVJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,700 mi
Last recorded182,700 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 FVJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 182,700 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front wheels (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front wheel (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 180,700 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Arch/Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel Arch near top suspension mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel Arch/chassis near suspension arm (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Arch/Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel Arch near top suspension mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre cracking

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 173,104 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 173,104 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 165,995 miles

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

engine has slight oil leak.

Pass 14 Oct 2014 159,725 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 159,725 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 150,423 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 143,115 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 134,726 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 124,318 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 124,318 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 113,635 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 113,635 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 105,142 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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FG55 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FG55 FVJ, 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 FG55 FVJ registered?

FG55 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 October 2005.

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