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SD05 XDE

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

101,316 mi
Last recorded101,316 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 XDE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 101,316 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 92,134 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 92,134 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 85,220 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 85,220 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 58,444 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 58,443 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 50,097 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 40,628 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 40,616 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 29,237 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 21,894 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 21,894 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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SD05 XDE is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD05 XDE, 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 SD05 XDE registered?

SD05 XDE is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SD05 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD05 XDE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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