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BL54 SZP

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,901 mi
Last recorded87,901 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 SZP
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 87,901 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 73,295 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 73,294 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 63,233 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 59,235 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,076 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 41,688 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,603 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 25,319 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2009 19,449 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,940 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 11,271 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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BL54 SZP is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BL54 SZP, 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 BL54 SZP registered?

BL54 SZP is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is BL54 SZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL54 SZP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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