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LT55 GVG

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,376 mi
Last recorded86,376 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 GVG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2018 86,376 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords areas marked on worn tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords area marked on worn tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 85,972 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 80,526 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 80,526 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 20 Mar 2012 71,647 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 61,773 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 61,773 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 51,471 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 36,126 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 36,126 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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LT55 GVG is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LT55 GVG, 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 LT55 GVG registered?

LT55 GVG is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LT55 GVG safe to buy?

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