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BW53 LPY

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

87,506 mi
Last recorded87,506 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 LPY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2013 87,506 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 87,506 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 78,881 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 78,881 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 63,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Feb 2011 63,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 52,462 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2010 52,554 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering system lock to lock check stretches a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2009 43,199 miles

wear lips on front discs

Fail 16 Feb 2009 43,199 miles

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

wear lips on front discs

Pass 18 Feb 2008 32,875 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 6 Feb 2007 21,314 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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BW53 LPY is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BW53 LPY, 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 BW53 LPY?

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What year was BW53 LPY registered?

BW53 LPY is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is BW53 LPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 LPY shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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