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DE05 LGU

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

70,638 mi
Last recorded70,638 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 LGU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 70,638 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 70,638 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 62,242 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 62,242 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 61,641 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 58,288 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 54,484 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 50,689 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 50,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 46,157 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 42,561 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 38,738 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Feb 2010 38,738 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 34,146 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 34,143 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 34,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DE05 LGU is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DE05 LGU, 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 DE05 LGU registered?

DE05 LGU is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is DE05 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 LGU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE05 LGU have outstanding finance?

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