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J18 RWJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,189 mi
Last recorded44,189 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 RWJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 44,189 miles

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

both front inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2025 44,188 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

both front inner wheel arches corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2024 41,980 miles

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

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

Offside Front Jacking point corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2024 41,980 miles

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

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

Offside Front Jacking point corroded

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 40,691 miles

underbody showing signs of corrosion

Fail 14 Apr 2023 40,691 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underbody showing signs of corrosion

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 36,620 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2022 36,620 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working top marker (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 35,853 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 35,703 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 35,702 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak radiator ()

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 34,217 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018
Fail 28 Mar 2018

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Both front inner arches (2.4.A.3)

Coolant low

Pass 20 Mar 2017 31,158 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 29,663 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 27,735 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 26,326 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 25,525 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,525 miles

Offside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 24,843 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 23,084 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 20,241 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 18,398 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 18,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 14,062 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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J18 RWJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J18 RWJ, 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 J18 RWJ registered?

J18 RWJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is J18 RWJ safe to buy?

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