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VX05 XTV

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,941 mi
Last recorded104,941 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 XTV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 104,941 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 104,941 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 87,523 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 40,344 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 40,051 miles

n/s outer sill damaged

Pass 27 Sep 2013 36,178 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,866 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 29,361 miles

n/s sill damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,104 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 19,761 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 13,570 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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VX05 XTV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VX05 XTV, 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 VX05 XTV registered?

VX05 XTV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is VX05 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 XTV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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