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SM05 XLU

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,277 mi
Last recorded86,277 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 XLU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 86,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 75,118 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 75,118 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 61,721 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 53,375 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 53,360 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 53,360 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 52,696 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 49,516 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 45,259 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 44,946 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 40,017 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 35,904 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 31,719 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 26,683 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 21,476 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,720 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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SM05 XLU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM05 XLU, 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 SM05 XLU registered?

SM05 XLU is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SM05 XLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 XLU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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