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SJ05 MPA

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

139,523 mi
Last recorded139,523 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 MPA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 139,523 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 139,307 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 135,846 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 133,135 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 133,134 miles

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 130,383 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear tyres sidewalls and tread areas perished all tyres 11 years old

Fail 16 Mar 2023 130,373 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear tyres sidewalls and tread areas perished all tyres 11 years old

Pass 13 Dec 2021 127,617 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 127,600 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 127,493 miles

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

Nearside front top marker light not working

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 126,609 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2020 126,609 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

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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SJ05 MPA is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 SJ05 MPA, 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 MPA registered?

SJ05 MPA is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is SJ05 MPA safe to buy?

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