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SC55 EYS

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,975 mi
Last recorded92,975 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 92,975 miles

front brake pads getting thin

lower engine mounting weak

rear silencer corroded,flexi armour broken

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,714 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside (2.4.G.2)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2014 81,297 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2013 73,726 miles

Coolant leak

both sides rear shock absorbers top bushes worn

rear silencer corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2012 66,436 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 63,812 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 53,472 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2010 53,472 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 39,742 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 25,704 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 25,704 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 EYS is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EYS, 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 EYS registered?

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

Is SC55 EYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 EYS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC55 EYS have outstanding finance?

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