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FJ05 DFF

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,686 mi
Last recorded39,686 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 DFF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 39,686 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 39,686 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 38,849 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 37,994 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubber split (held by the support strap on both rubber mounts) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 36,296 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 34,410 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 33,527 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 32,902 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 32,893 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 32,378 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 31,012 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 29,149 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 27,148 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,092 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,233 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 19,774 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 30 May 2012 19,774 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Jun 2011 18,897 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 17,356 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 14,039 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 11,465 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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FJ05 DFF is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FJ05 DFF, 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 FJ05 DFF registered?

FJ05 DFF is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 DFF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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