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FY54 EXZ

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,435 mi
Last recorded60,435 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 EXZ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 60,435 miles

Offside Front brake hose insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box heat shield insecure

Fail 3 Dec 2020 60,379 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (fiberglass repair) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front brake hose insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box heat shield insecure

Pass 12 Dec 2019 56,651 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2019 56,392 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2018 52,050 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner Sills light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Unable to inspect front brake pads

Fail 10 Dec 2018 52,050 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner Sills light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Unable to inspect front brake pads

Pass 11 Dec 2017 47,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre in poor general condition/perished

Offside Rear Tyre in poor general condition/perished

Pass 9 Dec 2016 41,553 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 32,626 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 32,619 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 32,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 32,155 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 31,584 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 30,346 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 30,346 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 29,119 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 29,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2008 26,573 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,573 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 24,523 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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FY54 EXZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FY54 EXZ, 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 FY54 EXZ registered?

FY54 EXZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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