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FH53 WNA

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,546 mi
Last recorded95,546 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 WNA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2013 95,546 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 91,583 miles

exhaust corroded

front tyres wearing on edges

kerb damage on alloys and front bumper

lip on front brake discs

nail in n/s/r tyre

oil on engine g/box

scratchers on bodywork

Fail 1 May 2012 91,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

exhaust corroded

front tyres wearing on edges

kerb damage on alloys and front bumper

lip on front brake discs

nail in n/s/r tyre

oil on engine g/box

scratchers on bodywork

Pass 18 Apr 2011 83,909 miles

Damage to boot floor

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 83,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Damage to boot floor

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 70,034 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 59,949 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2008 48,415 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 36,513 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 36,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FH53 WNA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FH53 WNA, 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 FH53 WNA registered?

FH53 WNA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is FH53 WNA safe to buy?

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