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AJ04 POU

2004 Fiat Idea

Green Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,300 mi
Last recorded122,300 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 POU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2014 122,300 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Nov 2014 122,300 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 21 Oct 2013 108,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 108,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2012 99,835 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

air bag light on

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 19 Nov 2012 99,828 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pedel slight spongy feel

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 2 Nov 2011 87,530 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 73,781 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 62,734 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 50,525 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 36,515 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 36,515 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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AJ04 POU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Green with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AJ04 POU, 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.

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What year was AJ04 POU registered?

AJ04 POU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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