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SC55 EWG

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,249 mi
Last recorded65,249 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 EWG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 65,249 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 65,249 miles

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 57,636 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 45,723 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 35,904 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 29 Dec 2011 32,253 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 26,441 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 20,977 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 16,007 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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 EWG is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EWG, 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 SC55 EWG?

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What year was SC55 EWG registered?

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

Is SC55 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 EWG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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