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VF05 FON

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

196,103 mi
Last recorded196,103 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF05 FON
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 196,103 miles

Central brake light inoperative

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Towbar component slightly corroded frame (6.6.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.6.6)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 195,983 miles

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

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

Nearside 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 Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Central brake light inoperative

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Towbar component slightly corroded frame (6.6.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.6.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 186,508 miles

Central hiline brake light inoperative

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides outer casing blistering but not bulging under pressure (3.6.B.4d)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

under covers fitted obscuring components

Fail 31 Jan 2017 186,493 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Central hiline brake light inoperative

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides outer casing blistering but not bulging under pressure (3.6.B.4d)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

under covers fitted obscuring components

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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VF05 FON is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VF05 FON, 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 VF05 FON registered?

VF05 FON is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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