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YY05 VGF

2005 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,456 mi
Last recorded81,456 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY05 VGF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 81,456 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 79,626 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 60,840 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 50,406 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 31,883 miles

damage to offside doors rear qtr

Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,122 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,473 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 21,566 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 21,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YY05 VGF is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YY05 VGF, 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 YY05 VGF?

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What year was YY05 VGF registered?

YY05 VGF is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is YY05 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY05 VGF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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