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MV05 KZS

2005 Fiat Idea

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,927 mi
Last recorded84,927 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 KZS
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 84,927 miles

front numberplate damaged

n/s and o/s front bottom ball joint gaiters split

n/s/f tyre excessiveley worn on outer edge and close to limit

rear exhaust silencer corroded/deteriorated

Fail 2 Jun 2014

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

front numberplate damaged

n/s and o/s front bottom ball joint gaiters split

n/s/f tyre excessiveley worn on outer edge and close to limit

rear exhaust silencer corroded/deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2012 65,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 65,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 53,185 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Jun 2011 53,813 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 44,752 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 32,571 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 25,080 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 25,080 miles

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

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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MV05 KZS is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MV05 KZS, 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 MV05 KZS registered?

MV05 KZS is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is MV05 KZS safe to buy?

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