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SB55 OBD

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,446 mi
Last recorded89,446 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 OBD
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 89,446 miles

REAR SILENCER OUTER CASING CORRODED. EML SHOWING. N/S/R UPPER SHOCKABSORBER BUSH WORN.

Pass 21 Oct 2013 77,125 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 77,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 58,781 miles

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

REAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN HEAVILY CORRODED

Fail 24 Oct 2012 58,781 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

REAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN HEAVILY CORRODED

Pass 27 Oct 2011 43,034 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 42,841 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 25,394 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 23,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 7 Jan 2009 15,423 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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SB55 OBD is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SB55 OBD, 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 SB55 OBD registered?

SB55 OBD is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is SB55 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 OBD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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