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ML06 ECW

2006 Fiat Ducato

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

113,557 mi
Last recorded113,557 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Ducato41,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML06 ECW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 113,557 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 113,557 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s front inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s mid inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 113,495 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both rear inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s front inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear valance (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced n/s and o/s jacking points (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated step / sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 112,344 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 112,344 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 102,794 miles

exhaust system badly corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2021 102,794 miles

Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation both rear (1.1.15 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

exhaust system badly corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2021 98,401 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 98,401 miles

Offside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 85,317 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 79,789 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 79,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both rear spring hangers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

gear selector seized

Pass 9 May 2017 73,228 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 73,215 miles

Steering rack gaiter split both (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 68,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 64,348 miles

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 15 May 2014 55,814 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 55,814 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 52,874 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Sep 2012 44,107 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 38,759 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 32,916 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 32,908 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 25,028 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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ML06 ECW is a 2006 Fiat Ducato in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 41,972 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 ML06 ECW, 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 20 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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ML06 ECW is a 2006 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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