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AF54 JXJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,905 mi
Last recorded31,905 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 JXJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 31,905 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 31,905 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 31,267 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 27,738 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 22,708 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 14,460 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 22,899 miles

Front Wipers do not operate correctly but still clearing screen effectively.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on extreme inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 13,701 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low/bald on edges 185/65 14 t (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 13,131 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 12,587 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,935 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 11,245 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 10,359 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 9,534 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 9,534 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 8,443 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 7,407 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 6,318 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 5,283 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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AF54 JXJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 56,548 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 AF54 JXJ, 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 22 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 AF54 JXJ registered?

AF54 JXJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is AF54 JXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 JXJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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