MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
113,916 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Headlamp lens slightly defective front head lamps slightly cloudy and crazed lenses beginning to affect beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres have inner and outer shoulder wear and tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split and grease leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Front Headlamp lens slightly defective front head lamp lenses crazed/oxidised and slightly affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure and lens/cover missing (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake discs slightly worn
Front Tyres have minor inner and outer edge wear and are starting to perish on tread
Offside Front Outer CV boot leaking a small amount of grease, not obviously split
Rear Shock absorber top mounts deteriorated
Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease from minor split (2.5.C.1a)
off side rear number plate lamp lens missing
rear wiper split
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front brake discs worn and lipped
Oil leak
both front brake discs worn and lipped
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Fiat Idea?
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EA05 XMG is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 EA05 XMG, 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.
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What year was EA05 XMG registered?
EA05 XMG is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 3 May 2005.
Is EA05 XMG safe to buy?
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