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AU55 WTE

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,841 mi
Last recorded93,841 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 WTE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 93,841 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 87,307 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 80,718 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 80,577 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal with disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2017 67,749 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 63,415 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 59,160 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 59,160 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 54,438 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,918 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 48,918 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 42,332 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 35,853 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 28,963 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 22,740 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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AU55 WTE is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU55 WTE, 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.

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What year was AU55 WTE registered?

AU55 WTE is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AU55 WTE safe to buy?

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