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BT54 BYN

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,089 mi
Last recorded77,089 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 BYN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 77,089 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 76,960 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 65,692 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 65,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) kinks over on full left hand lock (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged rubbed through on driveshaft (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 52,923 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 52,921 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 50,265 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 47,042 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 47,038 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 43,407 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 39,687 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 5 Sep 2011 36,184 miles

advise nearside front tyre worn edges

Fail 5 Sep 2011 36,184 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

advise front brake pads wearing low

advise nearside front tyre worn edges

Pass 6 Sep 2010 32,862 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 28,792 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 23,645 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 18,401 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 18,309 miles

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

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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BT54 BYN is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BT54 BYN, 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

How do I check the history of BT54 BYN?

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What year was BT54 BYN registered?

BT54 BYN is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is BT54 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 BYN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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