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FJ05 DMU

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

44,707 mi
Last recorded44,707 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 DMU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 44,707 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 43,414 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis crossmember mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 43,412 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis crossmember mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 41,927 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle beam slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2023 41,088 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust skin slightly corroded

Rear n/s and o/s leaf springs slightly corroded

Pass 25 May 2022 40,133 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear axle beam slightly corroded

Rear exhaust skin slightly corroded

Pass 18 May 2021 38,168 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Fail 17 May 2021 38,168 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 12 Jun 2020 37,368 miles

Centre exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 10 Jun 2020 37,368 miles

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 14 May 2019 35,267 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 32,452 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 28,789 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 23,527 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 23,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres has slight perishing

N/side front tyre has slight perishing

Pass 8 May 2015 19,228 miles

Front Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Side walls of tyres are starting to show signs of Cracking.

Pass 20 May 2014 15,182 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 15,182 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 15,105 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 15,104 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,188 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,164 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 92,129 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 92,129 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 7,897 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,729 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 DMU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FJ05 DMU, 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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FJ05 DMU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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