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RF05 MBX

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

153,769 mi
Last recorded153,769 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 MBX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 153,769 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 149,392 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 146,362 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 146,362 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 138,746 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion in rear chassis sections.

Pass 13 Jan 2015 138,746 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion in rear chassis sections.

Pass 3 Sep 2013 124,987 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

drivers door mirror damaged

front brake discs worn

Fail 2 Sep 2013 124,987 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

drivers door mirror damaged

front brake discs worn

Pass 28 Aug 2012 108,853 miles

offside mirror taped up

Fail 28 Aug 2012 108,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside mirror taped up

Fail 17 Feb 2011 89,207 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 89,207 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 71,950 miles

rear tyre sidewalls scuffed

Fail 3 Sep 2009 71,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear tyre sidewalls scuffed

Fail 28 Aug 2008 57,917 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 57,917 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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RF05 MBX is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 RF05 MBX, 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 RF05 MBX registered?

RF05 MBX is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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