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SO05 FYW

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

127,704 mi
Last recorded127,704 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 FYW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 127,704 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2021 127,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 118,911 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 118,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 112,120 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 111,870 miles

Central Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 101,759 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 101,687 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 93,961 miles

Offside Front brake has a slight bind

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2016 85,169 miles

Knock at front ,poss offside

N/S/F BRAKE DISC CORRODED ON INSIDE FACE

N/S/R TYRE WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Jul 2016 85,169 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

N/S/F BRAKE DISC CORRODED ON INSIDE FACE

N/S/R TYRE WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 82,952 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 82,952 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjustor not working (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 77,392 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,895 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 69,895 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 62,416 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 62,408 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 55,321 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 47,440 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 31,463 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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SO05 FYW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 SO05 FYW, 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 SO05 FYW registered?

SO05 FYW is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is SO05 FYW safe to buy?

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