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SG05 HHP

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,211 mi
Last recorded116,211 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 HHP
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 116,211 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 116,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 97,763 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 97,517 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Gearbox leaking

Inner sill areas corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Sump corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2011 85,971 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 68,611 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 68,611 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,685 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 50,685 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 34,536 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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SG05 HHP is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SG05 HHP, 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 SG05 HHP registered?

SG05 HHP is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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