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EY05 MGV

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

46,277 mi
Last recorded46,277 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 MGV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 46,277 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 41,082 miles

nsf tyre {3mm} wearing low

osf tyre has a cut/split in outer side wall

osr tyre perished

Pass 1 May 2014 36,908 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 32,800 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 28,633 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on both edges

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Fail 9 May 2012 28,633 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on both edges

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 20 May 2011 24,698 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2011 24,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2010 20,357 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 20,355 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 16,081 miles

Front Wipers Slightly Smeary

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

Pass 20 May 2008 11,636 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 20 May 2008 11,636 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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EY05 MGV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EY05 MGV, 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 EY05 MGV registered?

EY05 MGV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is EY05 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 MGV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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