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SV05 XHD

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

38,703 mi
Last recorded38,703 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 XHD
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 38,703 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 38,703 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2019 37,700 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 35,110 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2019 35,110 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 34,159 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 34,159 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 33,180 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 32,351 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 31,668 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 30,660 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 29,869 miles

raiator cooling fan seized/overheating

Fail 29 Jan 2013 29,869 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn

raiator cooling fan seized/overheating

Pass 31 Jan 2012 28,870 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside wiper torn

Fail 31 Jan 2012 28,870 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside wiper torn

Pass 21 Jan 2011 25,773 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)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 22,551 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 18,213 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 14,387 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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SV05 XHD is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SV05 XHD, 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 SV05 XHD registered?

SV05 XHD is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is SV05 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 XHD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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