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EA55 GPF

2005 Fiat Idea

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,770 mi
Last recorded82,770 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 GPF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 82,770 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 80,793 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 78,798 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 77,303 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2013 75,972 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 74,838 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre and offside rear tyre wearring on inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2012 74,838 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

nearside front tyre and offside rear tyre wearring on inner edges

Pass 28 Feb 2011 72,840 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 72,840 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper arm is broken

Fail 21 Dec 2009 61,141 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 61,141 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 45,240 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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EA55 GPF is a 2005 Fiat Idea in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EA55 GPF, 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 EA55 GPF registered?

EA55 GPF is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is EA55 GPF safe to buy?

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