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LC55 BGO

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,283 mi
Last recorded22,283 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 BGO
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 22,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 21,731 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 20,851 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 19,805 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 May 2017 19,555 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 18,717 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 18,224 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 18,224 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 May 2014 17,354 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 15,964 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,244 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 14,244 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 12,533 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 12,533 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 11,771 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 11,771 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 10,670 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 9,580 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

n/s/f tyre outer wall slightly damaged

n/s/f wiper blade split

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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LC55 BGO is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LC55 BGO, 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 LC55 BGO registered?

LC55 BGO is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 11 October 2005.

Is LC55 BGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 BGO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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