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Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch spy hole for wishbone bolts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear fog lamp out
Front All direction indicators incorrect colour x2 (4.4.3 (a))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam x2 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired wheel arch upper (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired chassis leg next to cross-member (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch spy hole for wishbone bolts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear fog lamp out
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Central Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Chassis corroded
Offside Front Chassis corroded
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Chassis corroded
Offside Front Chassis corroded
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Advise inspection of rear brakes
front and rear no plates not displaying BS AU145d or post code and name of plate supplier
n.s.f. and o.s.f. mudflaps insecure
third brake not standard inoperative
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
front and rear no plates not displaying BS AU145d or post code and name of plate supplier
n.s.f. and o.s.f. mudflaps insecure
third brake not standard inoperative
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
long handbrake lever travel
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
long handbrake lever travel
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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SJ05 GAO is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 SJ05 GAO, 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 SJ05 GAO registered?
SJ05 GAO is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is SJ05 GAO safe to buy?
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