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SH55 SZJ

2005 Fiat Ducato

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

73,468 mi
Last recorded73,468 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 SZJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2022 73,468 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing at various places inc behind strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure front mounting bolt/bracket (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area various (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger at leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle cross members both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

previous welding repairs heavy underseal

top strut mounts worn

Pass 29 Jan 2021 71,479 miles

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

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

corrosion developing underneath

lots of welding been carried out and van heavily undersealed

rear brakes slightly binding

various bits of corrosion but not considered excessive

signs of fuel leak from pump area

Pass 20 Dec 2019 68,873 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,090 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 64,089 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 59,649 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket modified, but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket modified, but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 59,603 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d) DANGEROUS

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 56,575 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 56,574 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 52,015 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread depth 2mm

Offside Front tyre tread depth 3mm

Fail 11 Nov 2015 52,014 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort no effort from near and offside (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre tread depth 2mm

Offside Front tyre tread depth 3mm

Pass 28 Nov 2014 46,953 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 41,720 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 37,665 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 31,316 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 26,399 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 26,397 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 21,741 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 17,267 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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SH55 SZJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SH55 SZJ, 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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SH55 SZJ is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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