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CP55 LCU

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,002 mi
Last recorded134,002 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 LCU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 134,002 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 124,000 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroding

lpg fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 100,310 miles

Front brake discs on inner side

Front slight corrosion to sub frame

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroding front to rear

Pass 2 May 2017 93,681 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 89,502 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 89,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 84,131 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 78,340 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 71,982 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 64,231 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 58,488 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2011 58,488 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 52,980 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 45,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 36,760 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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CP55 LCU 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 86.7%.

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 CP55 LCU, 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 CP55 LCU registered?

CP55 LCU is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is CP55 LCU safe to buy?

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