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SC55 EWD

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,710 mi
Last recorded89,710 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 EWD
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 89,710 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 89,227 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 88,827 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 88,827 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 87,884 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)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 77,161 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 77,161 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 63,893 miles

front brake pads are low

Fail 24 Sep 2013 63,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake pads are low

Pass 19 Sep 2012 48,141 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,132 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 48,132 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 41,805 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 33,197 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 25,427 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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SC55 EWD is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SC55 EWD, 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 SC55 EWD registered?

SC55 EWD is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is SC55 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 EWD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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