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RA05 KNU

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,839 mi
Last recorded104,839 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 KNU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 104,839 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 104,839 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 88,633 miles

EML LIGHT IS ON .

EXHAUST REAR BOX & METAL HANGERS & FRONT JOINT HAS EXCESS CORROSION .

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 80,204 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 71,294 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 61,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 46,809 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 32,322 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 32,322 miles

Inner Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 29,295 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 23,956 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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RA05 KNU is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RA05 KNU, 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 RA05 KNU registered?

RA05 KNU is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is RA05 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 KNU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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