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SO05 FZF

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,438 mi
Last recorded164,438 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 164,438 miles

underside corroded

Fail 17 May 2018 164,434 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (weak) (2.4.G.2)

both rear spring hangers corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2016 157,226 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pedal anti slip pad worn

Central Brake lamp not working

Offside Front Inner wing corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2016 156,998 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2015 148,323 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 140,039 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 140,033 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2013 116,092 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 74,048 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 74,048 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 41,661 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 41,661 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 30,751 miles

fuel tank is damp

o/s/r bumper end is damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,343 miles

o/s/r bumper is accident damaged

Pass 30 Jul 2008 18,174 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 FZF is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FZF, 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 FZF registered?

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

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