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BL04 GRF

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,143 mi
Last recorded94,143 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 GRF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 94,143 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2017 91,188 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front wipers torn

Pass 6 May 2016 87,920 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 80,381 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 68,719 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 57,350 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 49,223 miles

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

corrosion exhaust rear

near side rear tyre splitting

off side wiper smearing

Fail 8 May 2012 49,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

corrosion exhaust rear

near side rear tyre splitting

off side wiper smearing

Pass 2 May 2011 40,411 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Fail 29 Apr 2011 40,393 miles

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

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,641 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 34,698 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 29,100 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 22,381 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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BL04 GRF is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BL04 GRF, 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 BL04 GRF registered?

BL04 GRF is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 4 June 2004.

Is BL04 GRF safe to buy?

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