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VK55 OMR

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,340 mi
Last recorded40,340 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 OMR
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 40,340 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 31,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,571 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly perished

wipers slightly smeer screen

Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,956 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 20,956 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to open bootlid

Pass 17 Sep 2008 12,396 miles

Nearside 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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VK55 OMR is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VK55 OMR, 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 VK55 OMR registered?

VK55 OMR is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is VK55 OMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK55 OMR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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