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BT54 FTA

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,261 mi
Last recorded81,261 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 81,261 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 71,963 miles

engine oil on min

o/s/f seat has movement at mountings

Pass 9 Jan 2014 58,995 miles

n/s/f tyre wall perished and worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre perished and cracking

o/s/r tyre outer wall perished

Fail 7 Jan 2014 58,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre wall perished and worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre perished and cracking

o/s/r tyre outer wall perished

Pass 9 Jan 2013 51,987 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 45,691 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 39,037 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 32,461 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 25,922 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 19,410 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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BT54 FTA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BT54 FTA, 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 BT54 FTA registered?

BT54 FTA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is BT54 FTA safe to buy?

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