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RV05 KMX

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,635 mi
Last recorded60,635 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 KMX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2014 60,635 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 60,635 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 53,902 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 53,902 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 45,112 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 24 Oct 2011 39,869 miles

kerbing damage to nsf rim/wheel trim

slight coolant leak from radiator close to bottom hose

Pass 18 Oct 2010 34,493 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 27,348 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 27,348 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 20,080 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 19,381 miles

Engine oil level on minimum

Front wiper blades split.

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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RV05 KMX is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RV05 KMX, 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 RV05 KMX registered?

RV05 KMX is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 KMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 KMX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV05 KMX have outstanding finance?

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