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GX05 EPJ

2005 Fiat Marea

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

73,240 mi
Last recorded73,240 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Marea30,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 EPJ
MakeFiat
ModelMarea
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 73,240 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe under cab (1.1.11 (c))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear side marker inoperative

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail /radiator crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 73,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe under cab (1.1.11 (c))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear side marker inoperative

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail /radiator crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 70,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 70,457 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 66,416 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 62,014 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 62,014 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 56,464 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 52,644 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 52,644 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 50,919 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 47,049 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 42,548 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 40,297 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,737 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 30,285 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 23,522 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 23,522 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,326 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,982 miles

incorrect vehicle modle listed on vsi

o/s and n/s centre side markers inoperative

wires broken at rear underbody tank

Pass 6 Mar 2010 9,819 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 4,942 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 4,197 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea?

Based on 95,131 MOT tests across 14,968 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
6,008
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,968
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,706
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,195
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 3,373
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GX05 EPJ is a 2005 Fiat Marea in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Marea models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 30,832 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 Marea fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 8,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 EPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Marea typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Marea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 EPJ registered?

GX05 EPJ is a 2005 Fiat Marea, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is GX05 EPJ safe to buy?

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