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FX05 WBJ

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,337 mi
Last recorded80,337 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 WBJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 80,337 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 77,356 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 77,356 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 68,447 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 60,377 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 52,138 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 52,129 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 44,099 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 39,746 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Fiat Idea?

Based on 60,263 MOT tests across 3,964 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
5,413
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
3,964
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,425
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,119
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,975
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,044
Direction indicator incorrect colour 745
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FX05 WBJ is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 52,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Idea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,425 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX05 WBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Idea typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Idea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX05 WBJ registered?

FX05 WBJ is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FX05 WBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 WBJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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