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FV04 TWU

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,318 mi
Last recorded148,318 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 TWU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 148,318 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 148,318 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour deteriorated to white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 143,201 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 137,937 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 133,728 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 129,516 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 121,449 miles

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

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2014 121,449 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Apr 2013 108,683 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 108,683 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 96,092 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 86,959 miles

tyres wearing thin

Pass 3 Oct 2009 77,135 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 63,293 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 57,157 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 57,149 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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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FV04 TWU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FV04 TWU, 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 FV04 TWU?

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What year was FV04 TWU registered?

FV04 TWU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 May 2004.

Is FV04 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 TWU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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