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DU55 FSV

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,038 mi
Last recorded47,038 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FSV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 47,038 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 47,038 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 45,060 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,920 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 39,312 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 37,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 34,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 30,554 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 28,169 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 24,164 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

airbag light on dash

Fail 31 Aug 2011 24,164 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

airbag light on dash

Pass 7 Sep 2010 19,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,498 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 7,990 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 7,822 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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DU55 FSV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red 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 DU55 FSV, 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 FSV registered?

DU55 FSV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is DU55 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 FSV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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