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CP05 BZC

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

58,844 mi
Last recorded58,844 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 BZC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 58,844 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 57,578 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 57,570 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 56,301 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed area

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2021 54,530 miles

Front exhaust flexi in poor condition

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Sill corroded outside of prescribed area

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2020 53,654 miles

Rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2020 53,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2019 51,192 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 48,862 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Fail 9 Mar 2018 48,860 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 6 Mar 2017 46,138 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2016 43,682 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Aug 2015 41,402 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 28 Jul 2015 41,400 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,669 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 35,399 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 35,398 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 32,173 miles

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 8 Aug 2012 32,171 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 2 Aug 2011 29,469 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre slightly mishapen

Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,469 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly mishapen

Pass 10 Aug 2010 25,853 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 21,722 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 17,395 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 16,446 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 16,446 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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CP05 BZC is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP05 BZC, 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 CP05 BZC registered?

CP05 BZC is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is CP05 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 BZC shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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