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NC05 LHH

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,415 mi
Last recorded64,415 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 LHH
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 64,415 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 61,217 miles

Centre Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 59,181 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 57,836 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 56,015 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 56,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 49,186 miles

front pads low

n/s washer not working properly but o/s clears all.

Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,655 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,480 miles

hub caps fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 22 Apr 2010 32,480 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

hub caps fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 1 May 2009 25,045 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 25,045 miles

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)

Pass 2 May 2008 17,270 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s bottom ball joint boot split

Fail 30 Apr 2008 17,223 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s bottom ball joint boot split

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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NC05 LHH is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol 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 NC05 LHH, 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 NC05 LHH registered?

NC05 LHH is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is NC05 LHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC05 LHH 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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