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BT54 FTD

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,252 mi
Last recorded105,252 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 FTD
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 105,252 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 97,046 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 85,917 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 85,909 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box in poor condition.

Pass 25 Jul 2014 80,328 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 25 Jul 2014 80,328 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2013 72,634 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,289 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 43,469 miles

n/s/f/ wiper blade split....

Fail 6 Jul 2011 43,469 miles

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

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

n/s/f/ wiper blade split....

Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,803 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 32,678 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 32,678 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 26,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,199 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 FTD is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FTD, 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 FTD registered?

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

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