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GF05 SKV

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,330 mi
Last recorded101,330 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 SKV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 101,330 miles

EMLight on

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 12 Sep 2016 97,405 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2016 97,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60r15 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 93,675 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2014 89,992 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

engine managment warning lamp on.

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 29 Aug 2014 89,992 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)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

engine managment warning lamp on.

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2013 85,499 miles

engine managment light on

slight corrosion to rear exhaust

Pass 10 Sep 2012 81,345 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 73,284 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 59,606 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 49,407 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 34,090 miles

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

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

front reg plate slightly damaged

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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GF05 SKV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF05 SKV, 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 GF05 SKV registered?

GF05 SKV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is GF05 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 SKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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