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GV05 DPY

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,665 mi
Last recorded67,665 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 DPY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 67,665 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front flexi pipe outer sleeve detaching and rear back box coroded

Pass 6 Sep 2024 64,009 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 59,663 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 57,209 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 57,208 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 48,879 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 32,770 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 19,602 miles

offside rear tyre pressure low

Pass 16 Jul 2018 14,443 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 13,771 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 13,070 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 12,432 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 25 Jun 2014 11,737 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 11,015 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,086 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 8,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 8,250 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,733 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 6,729 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 5,089 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 2,960 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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GV05 DPY is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GV05 DPY, 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 GV05 DPY registered?

GV05 DPY is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is GV05 DPY safe to buy?

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