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FJ05 FVM

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

66,110 mi
Last recorded66,110 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 66,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 56,260 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 56,145 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 53,205 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 53,205 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 49,538 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective due to misting on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective due to misting on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 49,536 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective due to misting on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective due to misting on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 47,111 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 41,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 41,861 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 38,714 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 35,321 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 32,635 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2017 28,850 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 28,850 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

offside side marker middle not working

Pass 22 Feb 2016 25,114 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 22,736 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 20,390 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2013 17,695 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 17,695 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,240 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,297 miles

slight wear on n/s/f brake disc

slight wear on o/s/f brake disc

Pass 14 May 2009 12,610 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 12,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 12,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 11,509 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 FVM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc 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 FVM, 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 FVM registered?

FJ05 FVM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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