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MT55 HHE

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,942 mi
Last recorded91,942 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 HHE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 91,942 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 18 Feb 2016 83,311 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 74,332 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 74,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 62,924 miles

advise exhaust bbox corroded

Fail 4 Dec 2013 62,908 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

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

advise exhaust bbox corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2012 55,301 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 51,569 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 43,919 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 39,616 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 35,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 34,486 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)

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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MT55 HHE is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MT55 HHE, 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 MT55 HHE registered?

MT55 HHE is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is MT55 HHE safe to buy?

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