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SO55 FET

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,769 mi
Last recorded78,769 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 FET
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 78,769 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 76,673 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 73,985 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 70,295 miles

exhaust back box outer corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2013 65,946 miles

Exhaust back box corroded.

Front tyres worn on outer edges.

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

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

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

Oil Leak.

Pass 13 Jul 2012 57,854 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 57,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 51,316 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 51,301 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,284 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 34,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 34,745 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 26,827 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 26,716 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 26,716 miles

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

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

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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SO55 FET is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey 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 SO55 FET, 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

How do I check the history of SO55 FET?

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What year was SO55 FET registered?

SO55 FET is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is SO55 FET safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 FET 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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