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GF05 VJM

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

103,106 mi
Last recorded103,106 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 VJM
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 103,106 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 103,106 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 102,274 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

offside inner wheel arch corroded not excessive

Fail 25 Mar 2022 102,274 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

offside inner wheel arch corroded not excessive

Pass 26 Mar 2021 100,116 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 100,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded flexible hose mounting bracket (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

offside rear tyre wear on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2019 95,988 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 95,988 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 92,953 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 92,953 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 89,042 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 88,911 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 83,980 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 83,951 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 77,988 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 77,988 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2014 72,551 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 72,551 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 67,996 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 64,343 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 64,343 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 54,885 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 47,091 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 37,441 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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GF05 VJM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GF05 VJM, 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 GF05 VJM registered?

GF05 VJM is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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