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FY04 XCZ

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,542 mi
Last recorded82,542 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 XCZ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 82,542 miles

rear box deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2013 77,552 miles

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

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 77,552 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 71,982 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

rear exhaust box tatty

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2011 66,167 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 59,256 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 50,255 miles

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

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

g/box oil leak . suspect gearbox selector shaft seal

Pass 15 Apr 2008 39,971 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 28,453 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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FY04 XCZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY04 XCZ, 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 FY04 XCZ registered?

FY04 XCZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is FY04 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY04 XCZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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