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EX54 XSB

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

194,281 mi
Last recorded194,281 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 XSB
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 194,281 miles

Gearbox mount worn

Pass 25 Aug 2015 188,624 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 185,396 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

dampness on fuel filter housing (no visible dripping of fuel at time of test)

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2014 185,396 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

dampness on fuel filter housing (no visible dripping of fuel at time of test)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2013 171,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear engine mounting bracket damaged but not likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

engine sump corroded

nearside rear handbrake cable outer sleeve split

rear exhaust box corroded/peeling

Pass 11 Sep 2012 153,936 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 133,524 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 108,835 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 82,665 miles

Oil leak

slight damage to front no. plate

Pass 22 Sep 2008 55,561 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 55,561 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 36,162 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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EX54 XSB is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EX54 XSB, 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 EX54 XSB registered?

EX54 XSB is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is EX54 XSB safe to buy?

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