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BT54 FTK

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,058 mi
Last recorded66,058 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 FTK
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 66,058 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 66,024 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 62,831 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 62,819 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 60,656 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 58,247 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 54,726 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 53,097 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 53,095 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 50,058 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 46,900 miles

both rear jacking points on rear floor corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2016 43,437 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 39,764 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 36,760 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 33,283 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 29,812 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 27,380 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 24,735 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 21,501 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 17,008 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 17,008 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 13,233 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)

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 FTK is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FTK, 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 FTK registered?

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

Is BT54 FTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 FTK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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