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MK05 LJY

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,517 mi
Last recorded105,517 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 LJY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 105,517 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 1 Mar 2016 98,582 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 98,582 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 91,137 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 91,137 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 84,054 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 75,918 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 68,887 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 61,606 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 55,256 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 47,524 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 47,524 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 37,230 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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MK05 LJY is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MK05 LJY, 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 MK05 LJY registered?

MK05 LJY is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is MK05 LJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 LJY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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