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YK05 XMS

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,032 mi
Last recorded43,032 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2010
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 XMS
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2010 43,032 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

offside front wheel trim damaged part sticking out giving sarp projection clipped back into place

Pass 10 Jul 2010 43,032 miles

offside front wheel trim damaged part sticking out giving sarp projection clipped back into place

Pass 8 Jul 2009 33,235 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

misting of oil around auto box

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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YK05 XMS is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YK05 XMS, 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

How do I check the history of YK05 XMS?

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What year was YK05 XMS registered?

YK05 XMS is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YK05 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 XMS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK05 XMS have outstanding finance?

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