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LV05 YYA

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,543 mi
Last recorded108,543 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 YYA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 108,543 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 108,543 miles

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 17 Mar 2016 95,909 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 95,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 90,312 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2014 82,113 miles

rear exhaust box corroded and centre mount broken

Pass 15 Mar 2013 72,501 miles

both front wiper blades split

Fail 15 Mar 2013 72,501 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front wiper blades split

Pass 19 Mar 2012 65,069 miles

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

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

centre exhaust rubber mount split

Fail 19 Mar 2012 65,068 miles

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

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

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

centre exhaust rubber mount split

Pass 18 Mar 2011 56,376 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2010 49,093 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)

o/s wiper blade starting to split

Pass 16 Mar 2009 38,966 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 27,509 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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LV05 YYA is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LV05 YYA, 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 LV05 YYA registered?

LV05 YYA is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LV05 YYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 YYA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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