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EX54 XUA

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,497 mi
Last recorded69,497 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 XUA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2014 69,497 miles

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

rear seats folded over - unable to gain access to rear seatbelts

rear wiper blade missing

Fail 25 Aug 2014 69,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

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

rear seats folded over - unable to gain access to rear seatbelts

rear wiper blade missing

Pass 10 Sep 2013 59,321 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

o/s front tyre slightly perished

Fail 9 Sep 2013 59,321 miles

Offside 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

o/s front tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Sep 2012 45,292 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 43,658 miles

offside rear upper shock absorber bush starting to split

rear wiper blade split

Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,863 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 41,863 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 36,663 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 36,663 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 29,988 miles

front b/discs lipped

o/s/front door dents noted

rear ex box rusting started

slight rattle front flexy pipe area

Fail 21 Aug 2008 29,988 miles

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

front b/discs lipped

o/s/front door dents noted

rear ex box rusting started

slight rattle front flexy pipe area

Pass 23 Aug 2007 23,003 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 23,003 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

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 XUA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EX54 XUA, 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 XUA registered?

EX54 XUA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is EX54 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 XUA shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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