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VX05 XAB

2005 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

108,406 mi
Last recorded108,406 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Fiat Ducato41,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 XAB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 108,406 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 168,271 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

rear lamp lens damaged red tape temp repair

Pass 14 Oct 2021 105,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear tow bar electric wire been chewed some wires exposed but going to cause a short

Fail 14 Oct 2021 105,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear tow bar electric wire been chewed some wires exposed but going to cause a short

Pass 10 Aug 2020 102,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 99,441 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 98,367 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear bumper damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front headlights deteriorating

n/s/f/ and n/s/r/ side marker lights out

Fail 25 Jul 2018 98,367 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear bumper damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front headlights deteriorating

n/s/f/ and n/s/r/ side marker lights out

Pass 8 Aug 2017 87,969 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 76,080 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 76,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside and offside (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 63,365 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 53,577 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 43,394 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 43,266 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Dec 2012 43,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,227 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 36,034 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 17 Aug 2009 31,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

nearside front and rear side markers inop

offside middle side marker inop

Pass 17 Aug 2009 31,708 miles

nearside front and rear side markers inop

offside middle side marker inop

Pass 16 Aug 2008 25,739 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 19,690 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

monitor screen removed at time of partial retest

Fail 9 Aug 2007 19,652 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VX05 XAB is a 2005 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VX05 XAB, 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 VX05 XAB registered?

VX05 XAB is a 2005 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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