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YG05 XXY

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,123 mi
Last recorded100,123 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 XXY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 100,123 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 84,902 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2016 84,901 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front 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 10 Jul 2015 70,135 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 57,705 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,506 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 41,222 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 36,914 miles

both rear tyres age cracked

Fail 16 Jun 2011 36,883 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)

both rear tyres age cracked

Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,872 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 26,336 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 26,336 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 20,542 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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YG05 XXY is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YG05 XXY, 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 YG05 XXY registered?

YG05 XXY is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is YG05 XXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 XXY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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