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SM55 WVW

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

158,442 mi
Last recorded158,442 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 WVW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 158,442 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Underbody Repairs (welding), coveredin underseal

Fail 23 Jan 2026 158,442 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Underbody Repairs (welding), coveredin underseal

Pass 27 Jun 2024 154,290 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 154,290 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2024 154,222 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 148,964 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 140,020 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 131,104 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

battery tray corroded

Fail 2 Feb 2021 131,057 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 126,035 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 121,267 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 114,594 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 111,435 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 111,435 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 108,223 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

small cuts in both rear tyres

Pass 15 Nov 2014 106,468 miles

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

both front inner wings slighty corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2014 106,441 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

both front inner wings slighty corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2013 103,864 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 103,828 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 101,140 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 101,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 98,296 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 94,974 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 90,301 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 90,297 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 75,757 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2008 75,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

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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SM55 WVW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 SM55 WVW, 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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SM55 WVW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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