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LR05 CHG

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,827 mi
Last recorded58,827 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 CHG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 58,827 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2017 57,721 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 22 Jun 2016 56,819 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust box corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2015 55,342 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 22 Jun 2015 55,275 miles

Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2014 53,709 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 53,706 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 51,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2013 51,387 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,294 miles

Oil leak from sump plug

Fail 11 Jun 2012 49,294 miles

Oil leak from sump plug

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 May 2011 46,146 miles

Oil leak on gearbox (possible driveshaft oil seal)

Sump plug leaking oil

Water in nearside rear lens

Pass 16 Jun 2010 44,102 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 39,531 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 21,169 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,658 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

nearside front tyre has sidewall wear

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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LR05 CHG is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR05 CHG, 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 LR05 CHG registered?

LR05 CHG is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is LR05 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 CHG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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