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SC55 EXG

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,260 mi
Last recorded122,260 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 EXG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 122,260 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 122,260 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 110,644 miles

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

front tyres are worn

Pass 23 Sep 2013 103,589 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 97,957 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 84,540 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 70,697 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 70,697 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 55,221 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 40,367 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 EXG is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EXG, 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 EXG?

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What year was SC55 EXG registered?

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

Is SC55 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 EXG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC55 EXG have outstanding finance?

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