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RV55 GTY

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

778,443 mi
Last recorded778,443 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 GTY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 778,443 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 74,583 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER IN POOR CONDITION.

Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,248 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 67,419 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 62,995 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 54,622 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 47,420 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009

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)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 28,166 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 28,119 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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RV55 GTY is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV55 GTY, 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 RV55 GTY?

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What year was RV55 GTY registered?

RV55 GTY is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RV55 GTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 GTY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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