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RF05 DFX

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,990 mi
Last recorded85,990 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 DFX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 85,990 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 80,116 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Apr 2015 69,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Wipers intermitantly not parking

Fail 18 Apr 2015 69,354 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Wipers intermitantly not parking

Pass 30 May 2014 61,132 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 61,132 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2013 52,661 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Both rear shock absorber bushes worn

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 May 2012 46,697 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 43,622 miles

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

n/s track rod end gator split

o/s/r tyre perished slightly

Pass 17 May 2010 39,105 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,130 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 31,128 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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RF05 DFX is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RF05 DFX, 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 RF05 DFX registered?

RF05 DFX is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is RF05 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 DFX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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