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FD54 CHJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,124 mi
Last recorded55,124 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 CHJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 55,124 miles

Front subframe slight corrosion Rear secdlight corrosion

OSr. Tyre inner edge wearing

Fail 24 Nov 2025 55,124 miles

Front subframe slight corrosion Rear secdlight corrosion

OSr. Tyre inner edge wearing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 54,895 miles

Rear axle slight corrosion Rear shock absorbers slight corrosion

Fail 25 Nov 2024 54,895 miles

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Rear axle slight corrosion Rear shock absorbers slight corrosion

Pass 27 Nov 2023 54,715 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 54,668 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 54,484 miles

slight movement o/s/f top mount reae shocks surface rust rear coil springs slight corrosion

Pass 16 Sep 2021 54,161 miles

exhauast back box slight outer corrosion

Pass 22 Sep 2020 54,111 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 54,006 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 53,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2017 53,318 miles

slight play in nearside front shock absorber

Fail 14 Dec 2017 53,268 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in nearside front shock absorber

Pass 15 Dec 2016 51,713 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 49,180 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 45,882 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 45,882 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 42,385 miles

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

Rear exhaust box outer skin deteriated.

Pass 12 Feb 2013 38,191 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 32,144 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 4 Mar 2011 27,968 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 21,260 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 15,814 miles

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

both front tyres worn inner edges 195/6015h

oil level low

some body damage

Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,635 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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FD54 CHJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD54 CHJ, 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

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What year was FD54 CHJ registered?

FD54 CHJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is FD54 CHJ safe to buy?

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