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VN54 XAA

2005 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,699 mi
Last recorded84,699 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 XAA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 84,699 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 81,395 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 77,023 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 76,502 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 69,932 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Dec 2014 69,932 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Dec 2013 63,497 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 58,756 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 53,754 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,906 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 39,291 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 31,308 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,754 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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VN54 XAA is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VN54 XAA, 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 VN54 XAA registered?

VN54 XAA is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is VN54 XAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 XAA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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