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J22 JST

2005 Fiat Idea

Green Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,261 mi
Last recorded26,261 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 JST
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 26,261 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 7 Jan 2021 26,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 25,572 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 25,569 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 25,552 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 25,360 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,855 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 23,688 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 22,827 miles

N/S/R tyre wall damaged

Fail 3 May 2013 22,827 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

N/S/R tyre wall damaged

Pass 3 May 2012 22,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 21,307 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 19,354 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,709 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)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 17,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,032 miles

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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J22 JST is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Green with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J22 JST, 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 J22 JST registered?

J22 JST is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is J22 JST safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 JST shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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