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SC55 EXN

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,356 mi
Last recorded64,356 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 EXN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 64,356 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 62,500 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 62,498 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 58,442 miles

n/s/r spring corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2017 58,440 miles

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

front discs corroded

n/s/r spring corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2016 54,254 miles

front anti roll bar bushes perished

Fail 8 Jan 2016 54,241 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear mounting (7.1.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front anti roll bar bushes perished

Pass 1 Dec 2014 49,050 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 44,499 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 44,499 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 39,068 miles

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

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

exhaust condition

Pass 20 Dec 2011 35,020 miles

Exhaust front pipe rubber mounting broken, but system adequately supported.

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2010 30,488 miles

All exhaust mountings deteriorated.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 25,388 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

exhaust system corroding

o/s/r indicator starting to change colour

Pass 11 Dec 2008 19,194 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 EXN is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc 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 EXN, 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 SC55 EXN registered?

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

Is SC55 EXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 EXN 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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