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OV05 OWJ

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,947 mi
Last recorded102,947 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 OWJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 102,947 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 100,744 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 100,710 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 100,061 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 100,061 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 88,585 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 88,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 72,572 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 2 Jul 2012 72,572 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Jul 2011 56,023 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jun 2010 43,093 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 43,093 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise near side front tyre side wall damage

advise near side rear tyre distorted & out off shape

Pass 21 Jul 2009 37,216 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,571 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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OV05 OWJ is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OV05 OWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV05 OWJ registered?

OV05 OWJ is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is OV05 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 OWJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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