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NC54 NME

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,250 mi
Last recorded77,250 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC54 NME
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 77,250 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 77,250 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Side repeater incorrect colour BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & REAR (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 73,476 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 73,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 69,987 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 64,544 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 25 Jan 2016 64,543 miles

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (6.1.D.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2015 61,392 miles

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

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 21 Jan 2014 58,339 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 58,339 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 53,912 miles

front exhaust shield insecure and rattling

Pass 21 Oct 2011 47,777 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 42,335 miles

front discs slightly pitted

n/s/f tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Fail 22 Oct 2010 42,335 miles

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

front discs slightly pitted

n/s/f tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2010 39,212 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 30,726 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 30,726 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 22,637 miles

O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

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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NC54 NME is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NC54 NME, 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 NC54 NME registered?

NC54 NME is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is NC54 NME safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC54 NME shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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