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GY05 SNF

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,312 mi
Last recorded122,312 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 SNF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2019 122,312 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative ALL (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn heavily, surprised no sign of inner cords yet (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 114,216 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot weeping greese

Offside Front tyre valve incorrect

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 114,084 miles

Emissions not tested engine over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer cv boot weeping greese

Offside Front tyre valve incorrect

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 109,233 miles

Offside Front Seat slight play on pivot points

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 104,647 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 104,587 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure under dash (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 94,115 miles

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

exhaust back box rusty

Pass 8 Apr 2014 87,699 miles

exhaust back box corroded

front exhaust flexi part is deteriorated

Fail 8 Apr 2014 87,699 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

exhaust back box corroded

front exhaust flexi part is deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2013 85,014 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencor corroded/deteriated

Fail 9 Apr 2013 85,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear exhaust silencor corroded/deteriated

Pass 26 Mar 2012 73,582 miles

n/s door mirror glass missing.rear silencer outer skin corroded.

Pass 5 Apr 2011 63,148 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 52,679 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 25 Mar 2009 41,640 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 47,890 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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GY05 SNF is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY05 SNF, 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 GY05 SNF registered?

GY05 SNF is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is GY05 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 SNF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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