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GJ05 OSR

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,215 mi
Last recorded112,215 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 OSR
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 112,215 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 112,215 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 106,959 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 98,580 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 93,302 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 90,848 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 90,312 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 86,927 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 86,923 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 81,457 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 81,457 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 76,216 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 68,495 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 59,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 51,794 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 42,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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GJ05 OSR is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GJ05 OSR, 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 GJ05 OSR registered?

GJ05 OSR is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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The MOT history for GJ05 OSR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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