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NU05 BWV

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,443 mi
Last recorded46,443 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 BWV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 46,443 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Inner Faces (3.5.1i)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both Sides, Upper Bushes (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 40,042 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 34,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 34,729 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 32,875 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 32,875 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 31,061 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 31,061 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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NU05 BWV is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NU05 BWV, 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

How do I check the history of NU05 BWV?

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What year was NU05 BWV registered?

NU05 BWV is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is NU05 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 BWV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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