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MT05 CSV

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,903 mi
Last recorded61,903 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 CSV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 61,903 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 61,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bump stop missing

Pass 13 Dec 2017 61,009 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 61,005 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 59,624 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 56,395 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 52,455 miles

Centre exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Exhaust rear section corroded outer skin

Pass 26 Nov 2013 48,525 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 43,306 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 37,889 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 33,078 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 32,928 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 32,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 27,127 miles

front n/s tyre starting to wear on limit on inner edge

Fail 18 Jun 2008 19,875 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 19,875 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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MT05 CSV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT05 CSV, 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 MT05 CSV registered?

MT05 CSV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is MT05 CSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 CSV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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