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ML05 TEJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,928 mi
Last recorded37,928 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 TEJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 37,928 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 37,236 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2025 37,235 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both n/s and o/s step and wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and wheel arch near spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind spring mounting on the tow bar mounting behind the bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 36,472 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 35,518 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both n/s and o/s jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,770 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch nr flexi hose (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 33,828 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 33,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 31,653 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 29,420 miles

anti slip missing from clutch pedal

socket cover missing from towing socket

Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,800 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 23,653 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

washer jets require slight adjustment

Pass 23 Jun 2015 23,653 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

washer jets require slight adjustment

Pass 13 Jun 2014 20,692 miles

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

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

n/s/r door top catch requires adjustment.not fully latching.(door securely locks)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

washer jets require slight adjustment

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,765 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,778 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 14,828 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 14,816 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Speed limiter not fitted (6.5.B.1)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,674 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 13,144 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 10,655 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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ML05 TEJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML05 TEJ, 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 ML05 TEJ registered?

ML05 TEJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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