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PK55 HDC

2005 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,261 mi
Last recorded76,261 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 HDC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 76,261 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Dec 2016 71,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear backbox outer skin corroded

Rear bump stops missing

Fail 7 Dec 2016 71,268 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear backbox outer skin corroded

Rear bump stops missing

Pass 9 Dec 2015 66,224 miles

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

front discs slightly distorted

Pass 15 Dec 2014 60,925 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 9 Dec 2014 60,925 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

cut in n/s/f outer tyre wall not deep enough to reach cords

n/s/f tyre worn badly on inner edge

oil leak from engine

Pass 12 Dec 2013 54,648 miles

advise new washer jets working but weak

front wipers torn but clear screen

n/s/r tyre has cracks around the tread

o/s/r tyre has cracks around the tread

rear wiper not clearing screen

Pass 30 Nov 2012 48,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres have small cracks

Fail 29 Nov 2012 48,668 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyres have small cracks

Fail 16 Dec 2011 43,538 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 43,538 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 37,633 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s and n/s front strut tops corroded. seen from engine bay

o/s wiper blade split but clearing screen

o/s/r shocker mount top bush spliting

Pass 14 Dec 2009 31,377 miles

Nearside Inner Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 23,536 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 23,536 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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PK55 HDC is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 PK55 HDC, 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 PK55 HDC registered?

PK55 HDC is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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