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FE05 RAU

2005 Fiat Idea

Green Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,479 mi
Last recorded42,479 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 RAU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2010 42,479 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,284 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 19,560 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,686 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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FE05 RAU is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Green with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE05 RAU, 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

How do I check the history of FE05 RAU?

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What year was FE05 RAU registered?

FE05 RAU is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is FE05 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 RAU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE05 RAU have outstanding finance?

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