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SH55 XBS

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

69,686 mi
Last recorded69,686 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 XBS
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 69,686 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 May 2022 69,071 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front and rear leak (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 61,358 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 May 2020 57,338 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 52,619 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 45,736 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 38,520 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,823 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front perishing on tyre

Offside Rear perishing on tyre

movement in steering rack inner joints

Fail 25 Apr 2016 32,823 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front perishing on tyre

Offside Rear perishing on tyre

movement in steering rack inner joints

Pass 24 Apr 2015 29,681 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 29,680 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 27,549 miles

rear shocker bush slight play

Fail 25 Apr 2014 27,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2014 27,541 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 25,595 miles

nearside inner driveshaft seal leaking

Fail 22 Apr 2013 25,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside inner driveshaft seal leaking

Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,477 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 23,477 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,803 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 21,803 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 20,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 18,669 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,582 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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SH55 XBS is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 SH55 XBS, 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 SH55 XBS registered?

SH55 XBS is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is SH55 XBS safe to buy?

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