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FJ55 ELW

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

89,339 mi
Last recorded89,339 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 ELW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2025 89,339 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of front subframe mounting extent hidden by under seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 88,091 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 88,090 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to pipe blowing on test (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper brake pipe ferrule burst on brake test

Offside Front Upper brake pipe ferrule burst on brake test

Pass 27 Oct 2023 83,459 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2023 83,459 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2022 78,733 miles

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

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

vehicle structure corroded/exhaust back box corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2022 78,733 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

vehicle structure corroded/exhaust back box corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2021 77,039 miles

corrosion to exhaust and front inner arches

Fail 2 Nov 2021 77,039 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

corrosion to exhaust and front inner arches

Pass 13 Nov 2020 75,295 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 75,295 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 73,160 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 69,789 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under steps both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inside sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 65,448 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 62,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe. (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 58,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust downpipe (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 52,260 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 47,844 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,868 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 37,780 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,190 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 24,973 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 20,725 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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FJ55 ELW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FJ55 ELW, 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 FJ55 ELW registered?

FJ55 ELW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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