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DU55 EWR

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

128,046 mi
Last recorded128,046 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 EWR
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2023 128,046 miles

Exhaust system insecure mounting rubbers broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 125,988 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area / sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 124,535 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust middle mounting rubbers broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 121,208 miles

Exhaust mounting defective perished and splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 117,177 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 111,191 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 110,965 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))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished!!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished!!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished!!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished!!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 107,280 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is on 3mm and perished

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2016 104,129 miles

exhaust in poor condition

front tyres low on edges

Pass 3 Aug 2015 97,017 miles

front brake discs have wear and corrosion

rear exhaust box has deterioration

Fail 3 Aug 2015 97,017 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake discs have wear and corrosion

rear exhaust box has deterioration

Pass 29 Jul 2014 88,605 miles

front pads worn low

rear exhaust box has deterioration to outer skin

rear number plate has water ingress ro laminate

Pass 5 Aug 2013 79,184 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 5 Aug 2013 79,184 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2012 71,454 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 61,808 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 51,492 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 41,723 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 32,212 miles

bothside rear tyre worn inneredge

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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DU55 EWR is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DU55 EWR, 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 DU55 EWR registered?

DU55 EWR is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is DU55 EWR safe to buy?

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