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HJ55 SYX

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,430 mi
Last recorded70,430 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 SYX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 70,430 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 66,882 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

backbox skin corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2018 66,668 miles

E.M.L on

Pass 10 Mar 2017 60,877 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 53,018 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 45,623 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 36,956 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 30,401 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 30,397 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,062 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 23,800 miles

Front Outer b/pads starting to get abit low, and Inner b/pads appear low

N/S w/blade split at end

Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,273 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 19,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 16,305 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 11,813 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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HJ55 SYX is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HJ55 SYX, 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 HJ55 SYX registered?

HJ55 SYX is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is HJ55 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ55 SYX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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