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FJ05 FWC

2005 Fiat Tribute

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,292 mi
Last recorded24,292 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Tribute40,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 FWC
MakeFiat
ModelTribute
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 24,292 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 23,655 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 22,716 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 22,360 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2021 22,360 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 21,634 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 20,433 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 19,072 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 17,632 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 16,205 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,380 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 8 May 2013 13,005 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,266 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,403 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 8,764 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 6,764 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 5,233 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Tribute?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
2,500
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
brake binding 16
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 10
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FJ05 FWC is a 2005 Fiat Tribute in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 40,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Tribute fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 FWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ05 FWC registered?

FJ05 FWC is a 2005 Fiat Tribute, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is FJ05 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 FWC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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