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MX05 VWJ

2005 Fiat Stilo

Red Petrol 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,411 mi
Last recorded110,411 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Stilo63,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VWJ
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 110,411 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 20 Jul 2012 108,188 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 98,577 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 74,315 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)

Fail 7 Apr 2010 74,315 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 53,387 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake fluid level low

Pass 26 Mar 2009 53,387 miles

brake fluid level low

Pass 24 Apr 2008 44,434 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 44,434 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Fiat Stilo?

Based on 566,057 MOT tests across 43,678 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
6,821
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
43,678
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,634
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,816
Headlamp aim too low 19,692
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,357
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17,651
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MX05 VWJ is a 2005 Fiat Stilo in Red with a 2,446cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Stilo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 63,040 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 Stilo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 VWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Stilo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Stilo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX05 VWJ registered?

MX05 VWJ is a 2005 Fiat Stilo, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is MX05 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 VWJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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