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SM55 XMP

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,420 mi
Last recorded92,420 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2018 92,420 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at sub-frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at front of rear spring hanger mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at sub-frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at front of rear spring hanger mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting bracket for rear spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross-member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 90,918 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 90,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x member at brake hose (3.3.A.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front x member (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear x member (2.4.A.3)

clutch pipe corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2016 88,230 miles

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

clutch pipe corroded

Fail 17 Jun 2016 88,230 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

clutch pipe corroded

Pass 21 May 2015 87,225 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 May 2014 83,999 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 80,233 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 80,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 76,163 miles

3 of 4 rubber exhaust mountings deteriorated

n/s front strut upper mounting slightly notchy

power steering pipes on steering rack getting quite rusty

Pass 20 Oct 2010 72,104 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 70,357 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 64,462 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

b/s rear tubeless valves quite perished

oil leak from engine

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 XMP is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XMP, 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 SM55 XMP registered?

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

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