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RX55 HPU

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

15,223 mi
Last recorded15,223 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 HPU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 15,223 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jun 2026 15,219 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded outer no brake surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 May 2025 14,909 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 13 May 2025 14,889 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 14 May 2024 13,830 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front cross member corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine oil sump very corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2024 13,805 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking On Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Engine Sump Heavily Corroded

Front Suspension and Cross Member heavily corroded

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle Corroded

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 13,788 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear disc`s corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis and suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 13,785 miles

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear disc`s corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis and suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 13,779 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2021 13,770 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 13,357 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 13,245 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 12,158 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 12,158 miles

All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

All four tyres cracking

Pass 16 Feb 2018 11,734 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 11,731 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 9,988 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,685 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 8,412 miles

Battery warning light on

Exhaust rubber mounts split and perished

Near side front upper reflector in poor condition

Fail 14 Sep 2015 8,410 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

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

Battery warning light on

Exhaust rubber mounts split and perished

Near side front upper reflector in poor condition

Pass 8 Sep 2014 7,910 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 7,440 miles

bott rear tyres small perish

Pass 3 Sep 2012 6,522 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 6,522 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 6,148 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 5,548 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,938 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 4,812 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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RX55 HPU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 RX55 HPU, 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 RX55 HPU registered?

RX55 HPU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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