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SP05 GPX

2005 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,828 mi
Last recorded85,828 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 GPX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 85,828 miles

both outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2018 80,911 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 76,067 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 70,639 miles

brake discs corroded

front and rear exhaust has leak of exhaust gases

Pass 6 Jul 2015 65,777 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 57,877 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust corroded

nearside rear shock absorber top bush worn

Fail 10 Jul 2014 57,877 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust corroded

nearside rear shock absorber top bush worn

Pass 5 Jul 2013 50,243 miles

oil leak at gbox selector shaft

osf tyre just starting to crack

rear exhaut box outer skin corroded - not blowing

slight movement in nsr top s/abs bush

Fail 5 Jul 2013 50,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak at gbox selector shaft

osf tyre just starting to crack

rear exhaut box outer skin corroded - not blowing

slight movement in nsr top s/abs bush

Pass 12 Jul 2012 74,706 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 47,405 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2012 47,377 miles

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

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

tail gate does not open

Pass 8 Apr 2011 38,182 miles

information light on dash

Pass 30 Apr 2010 25,967 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,340 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 15,286 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 15,286 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SP05 GPX is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SP05 GPX, 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 SP05 GPX registered?

SP05 GPX is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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